Advances in the management of endometriosis in the adolescent.

abstract：:Recent publications about emergency and implantable contraception focused on increasing the awareness about emergency contraceptive methods and on updating readers about the controversies surrounding Norplant. Both emergency and implantable contraception have excellent safety and efficacy profiles, yet neither has rea...

journal_title：Current opinion in obstetrics & gynecology

authors： Cullins VE,Garcia FA

更新日期：1997-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The subdermal contraceptive implant etonogestrel (Implanon; NV Organon International, Oss, The Netherlands) exerts complex effects on the endometrium. These include direct effects on the endometrium through endometrial progestin target sites, and indirect effects through suppression of the hypothalamic-pituitary-ovari...

journal_title：Current opinion in obstetrics & gynecology

authors： Varma R,Mascarenhas L

更新日期：2001-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The battle against the epidemic of sexually transmitted infections continues but the clinician has new diagnostic and therapeutic weapons. This manuscript reviews new technologies, as well as novel applications of newer methodologies, such as utilization of amplified DNA techniques for urine specimens or patient-colle...

journal_title：Current opinion in obstetrics & gynecology

authors： Biro FM

更新日期：1999-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Laparoscopy is the gold standard for the diagnosis of endometriosis but the need for visual evidence of the disease is a major stumbling-block for both effective clinical management of affected patients as well as for research into this common and debilitating reproductive disease. Laparoscopy is inva...

journal_title：Current opinion in obstetrics & gynecology

authors： Brosens I,Puttemans P,Campo R,Gordts S,Brosens J

更新日期：2003-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This paper reviews psychologic aspects of sexual abuse in female adolescents. It documents that sexual abuse is widespread, occurring at an alarming rate at all socioeconomic levels of society. It is perpetrated principally by adult men in the victim's family. Often its effects are tragic. Adolescent female sexual abu...

journal_title：Current opinion in obstetrics & gynecology

authors： Jeffrey TB,Jeffrey LK

更新日期：1991-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The preponderance of recent data suggests that endometriosis does not adversely affect in-vitro fertilization pregnancy rates. However, many studies demonstrate impaired oocyte quality, decreased fertilization, and compromised implantation rates. Such findings give insight into the mechanisms by which endometriosis ma...

journal_title：Current opinion in obstetrics & gynecology

authors： Mahutte NG,Arici A

更新日期：2001-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Specialized fetal echocardiography at 18 to 22 weeks for high-risk groups is well established as being sensitive and specific for most cardiac abnormalities. Early fetal echocardiography (< 16(+0) weeks, i.e. 16 weeks and 0 days) is a feasible alternative to mid second trimester scanning for families at risk of congen...

journal_title：Current opinion in obstetrics & gynecology

authors： Carvalho JS

更新日期：2001-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Acquired immunodeficiency virus infections had recently been the leading cause of death in minority women of reproductive age in several urban cities in the United States. In addition, more than 80% of infants with human immunodeficiency virus type 1 infection acquired the infection perinatally. These alarming data ha...

journal_title：Current opinion in obstetrics & gynecology

authors： Sison AV

更新日期：1992-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Polycystic ovary syndrome is one of the most common endocrinopathies affecting premenopausal women. This review focuses on this major cause of hyperandrogenism in adolescents and young women, highlighting new diagnostic and therapeutic strategies that are under investigation. The pathophysiologic role...

journal_title：Current opinion in obstetrics & gynecology

authors： Stafford DE,Gordon CM

更新日期：2002-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Hysteroscopic myomectomy was a revolution for surgical treatment of symptomatic submucosal myoma. RECENT FINDINGS:A new International Federation of Gynecology and Obstetrics classification for myoma was recently described. Type 0, 1 and 2 are submucosal like in the European Society for Human Reproduc...

journal_title：Current opinion in obstetrics & gynecology

authors： Capmas P,Levaillant JM,Fernandez H

更新日期：2013-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:To describe the current consensus regarding the modern management of ovarian endometriosis and summarize the recent evidence that led to a shift in the management recommendations. RECENT FINDINGS:The vast majority of the recent studies demonstrate an adverse effect of surgery on ovarian reserve marke...

journal_title：Current opinion in obstetrics & gynecology

authors： Psaroudakis D,Hirsch M,Davis C

更新日期：2014-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Traditionally, ovarian stimulation for IVF/intracytoplasmic sperm injection is performed by healthcare professionals, requiring the patient to make frequent visits to these centres. We describe the rationale, research findings and early clinical experience with home-based sonography for IVF patients. ...

journal_title：Current opinion in obstetrics & gynecology

authors： Gerris J

更新日期：2017-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Borderline tumors of the ovary are seen commonly in obstetrics and gynecology practices. This review will outline the most recent information regarding the epidemiology, molecular pathogenesis, pathology, and clinical management of these tumors. RECENT FINDINGS:In the past, borderline ovarian tumors ...

journal_title：Current opinion in obstetrics & gynecology

authors： Crispens MA

更新日期：2003-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:There is persisting controversy about tocolytic treatment for preterm labour. This review addresses this controversy by appraising the recent clinical literature. RECENT FINDINGS:Surveys of obstetricians indicate a high usage of tocolysis for preterm labour, but evidence that this treatment confers o...

journal_title：Current opinion in obstetrics & gynecology

authors： King JF

更新日期：2004-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Noninvasive prenatal diagnosis for single gene disorders is coming to fruition in its clinical utility. The presence of cell-free DNA in maternal plasma has been recognized for many years, and a number of applications have developed from this. Noninvasive prenatal diagnosis for single gene disorders h...

journal_title：Current opinion in obstetrics & gynecology

authors： Allen S,Young E,Bowns B

更新日期：2017-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Amidst the worldwide coronavirus disease 2019 pandemic, a new medical landscape revolving around telemedicine has arisen. The purpose of this review is to describe and analyze current urogynecologic guidelines for optimizing usage of telemedicine when treating women with pelvic floor disorders. RECEN...

journal_title：Current opinion in obstetrics & gynecology

authors： Serna-Gallegos T,Ninivaggio CS

更新日期：2020-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The most important papers address controversial aspects of fetal cardiology, for example, screening for congenital heart disease (CHD), the diagnosis and the accuracy of diagnosis, and the management of fetal tachycardias. There are some interesting additions to the literature although some conclusions require further...

journal_title：Current opinion in obstetrics & gynecology

authors： Allan LD

更新日期：1994-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Congenital heart disease in pregnancy is increasingly common because of the advances in surgery and medical therapy which have taken place over the last 30 years, which means that more affected women are surviving into the reproductive age. Antenatal counselling needs to be tailored to the specific lesion, with pulmon...

journal_title：Current opinion in obstetrics & gynecology

authors： Lupton M,Oteng-Ntim E,Ayida G,Steer PJ

更新日期：2002-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:With the recent advancements in reproductive medicine, many infertile couples now have the opportunity to conceive their own biological children. Although some medication protocols, such as clomiphene citrate, have been utilized for decades, other treatment modalities have evolved over the recent year...

journal_title：Current opinion in obstetrics & gynecology

authors： Torrealday S

更新日期：2014-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:The prevalence and impact of elective deliveries occurring prior to 39 weeks' gestation has been the focus of several important studies published in recent medical literature. Defined as scheduled deliveries in the absence of medical or obstetrical indications, concern has been raised that many of the...

journal_title：Current opinion in obstetrics & gynecology

authors： Ashton DM

更新日期：2010-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:To review recent findings related to possible causes of recurrent implantation failure of endometrial origin in normal uterus. RECENT FINDINGS:Recent evidences suggest that in apparently normal endometria, RIF may associate with molecular and functional changes in the uterus such as abnormal endometr...

journal_title：Current opinion in obstetrics & gynecology

authors： Bellver J,Simón C

更新日期：2018-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Spontaneous preterm birth complicates 3-11% of pregnancies and is a major cause of neonatal mortality and morbidity worldwide. If accurate tests can be identified, a potentially effective screening strategy with an adjunct preventive therapy may be trialled to reduce the rate of spontaneous preterm bi...

journal_title：Current opinion in obstetrics & gynecology

authors： Honest H,Hyde CJ,Khan KS

更新日期：2012-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:The clinical utility of sperm DNA fragmentation tests needs to be revisited in light of increasing evidence of detrimental effect of sperm DNA damage on reproductive outcomes. RECENT FINDINGS:Current evidence supports the association between high sperm DNA fragmentation and poor outcomes with regards...

journal_title：Current opinion in obstetrics & gynecology

authors： Agarwal A,Cho CL,Esteves SC

更新日期：2016-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The advent of the AIDS epidemic coupled with enhanced recognition of the morbidity and mortality associated with occupationally acquired hepatitis B virus infection has resulted in a great interest in the epidemiologic characteristics of contact of surgical personnel with patient's blood and other bodily fluids in ass...

journal_title：Current opinion in obstetrics & gynecology

authors： Hemsell DL

更新日期：1993-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Understanding the cause of tubal ectopic pregnancy (tEP) remains incomplete. We aim to summarize the latest advances in laboratory models of tEP that we believe will, ultimately, contribute to improving the diagnosis and management of the condition. RECENT FINDINGS:Progress in proteome prefractionati...

journal_title：Current opinion in obstetrics & gynecology

authors： Brown JK,Horne AW

更新日期：2011-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:More than 50% of all gynecologic cancers can be classified as rare tumors (defined as an incidence of <6 per 100 000) and as such represent a major challenge for clinicians. RECENT FINDINGS:The rapidly increasing number of targeted therapies provides a unique opportunity to improve treatment options ...

journal_title：Current opinion in obstetrics & gynecology

authors： Ray-Coquard I,Pujade-Lauraine E,Ledermann JA

更新日期：2015-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are still one of the most common bacterial infections in pregnant and non-pregnant women. It is estimated that about 10-20% of all women suffer from a UTI at some point in life. The presence of UTI is defined as the existence of urinary symptoms such as frequency of urination and dysuri...

journal_title：Current opinion in obstetrics & gynecology

authors： Weissenbacher ER,Reisenberger K

更新日期：1993-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Expanded carrier screening, which detects carriers for a large number of autosomal recessive and X-linked diseases, is increasing in clinical utilization. A recent joint statement from multiple professional societies, in addition to a growing literature base, offers perspective on rationale, decision ...

journal_title：Current opinion in obstetrics & gynecology

authors： Lazarin GA,Goldberg JD

更新日期：2016-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Infertility is a common medical problem resulting from one or more defects in the reproductive tract. Of the known causes of infertility, cervico-utero-tubal factors are important because they are generally manageable. Cervical factors include changes in cervical architecture, mucus, or both, resulting in a hostile en...

journal_title：Current opinion in obstetrics & gynecology

authors： Markham S

更新日期：1991-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:The prevention of breast, ovarian and endometrial cancer frequently involves hormonal or surgical interventions. Each of these may have noncancerous sequelae and can affect quality of life in women with hereditary cancer syndromes. The purpose of this review is to discuss the medical management of hor...

journal_title：Current opinion in obstetrics & gynecology

authors： Chapman JS,Jacoby V,Chen LM

更新日期：2015-02-01 00:00:00