Changing patterns in ambulatory care: a more broad-based approach.

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Many minimally invasive techniques have recently been introduced for the management of uterine fibroids. The purpose of this review is to analyse recent data for techniques that are used to manage uterine fibroids. RECENT FINDINGS:Laparoscopic myomectomy has provided a minimally invasive alternative ...

journal_title：Current opinion in obstetrics & gynecology

authors： Falcone T,Bedaiwy MA

更新日期：2002-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:To evaluate the role of fluorodeoxyglucose (FDG) PET/CT as cancer response testing in gynecological malignancies. RECENT FINDINGS:The application of FDG PET/CT in patients with endometrial and ovarian cancer to evaluate treatment response was found to have no clinical benefits.Patients with cervical ...

journal_title：Current opinion in obstetrics & gynecology

authors： Amit A,Person O,Keidar Z

更新日期：2013-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Telomere attrition and dysfunction has become a well established pathway involved in organismal aging, not only because it imposes a limitation to cell division and therefore, tissue regeneration but also because telomere homeostasis influences other pathways involved in aging. However, the implicatio...

journal_title：Current opinion in obstetrics & gynecology

authors： Varela E,Sánchez-de-Puerta I,García-Velasco JA

更新日期：2018-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Antiphospholipid syndrome (APS) is defined as the association of thrombotic events and/or obstetric morbidity in patients persistently positive for antiphospholipid antibodies (aPL). In this review, we will highlight the most important clinical presentations of APS with a focus on the obstetric morbid...

journal_title：Current opinion in obstetrics & gynecology

authors： Schreiber K,Radin M,Sciascia S

更新日期：2017-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Fetal magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is a relatively new clinical application but is becoming increasingly used in fetal medicine in combination with the established technique of antenatal ultrasound. A review of the literature to date provides information for clinicians to help assess which patient...

journal_title：Current opinion in obstetrics & gynecology

authors： Rutherford MA

更新日期：2009-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Approximately 12 million women worldwide use the levonorgestrel-releasing intrauterine system (IUS), with approximately 180,000 users of this IUS currently reported in Austria. A patient satisfaction study of 591 women in Austria revealed a high number of 'very satisfied' (79%) and 'satisfied' (19%) patients. Reliabil...

journal_title：Current opinion in obstetrics & gynecology

authors： Concin H,Bösch H,Hintermüller P,Hohlweg T,Mursch-Edlmayr G,Pinnisch B,Schmidl-Amann S,Schulz-Greinwald G,Unterlerchner D,Wagner T,Mattle V,Wildt L,Fiala C

更新日期：2009-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In the past year, new data have been published on the molecular biology of human papillomavirus infections and their relationship to cervical neoplasia. As molecular techniques have become more sophisticated and as the molecular knowledge of human papilloma-virus infections has been pursued in greater depth, it is inc...

journal_title：Current opinion in obstetrics & gynecology

authors： Richart RM,Wright TC Jr

更新日期：1992-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This review discusses studies documenting an increase in birth rate associated with in vitro fertilization and gamete intrafallopian transfer. The results of zygote intrafallopian transfer are also encouraging. The rates of chromosomal and congenital abnormalities in assisted reproduction are similar to the rates at w...

journal_title：Current opinion in obstetrics & gynecology

authors： Craft I,al-Shawaf T

更新日期：1991-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This review concentrates on the structural and functional aspects of lesions of the female genital tract that cause infertility, including cervical changes after treatment for neoplasia, uterine malformations, leiomyoma, endometrial aberrations, infection-related tubal lesions, ovarian disorders (oocyte defects, prema...

journal_title：Current opinion in obstetrics & gynecology

authors： Honoré LH

更新日期：1997-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Microarray-based comparative genomic hybridization (array-CGH) which detects aneuploidies and submicroscopic deletions and duplications in one assay is now offered for genetic diagnosis in children and adults. Its application to prenatal diagnosis is still limited, but very promising. We predict that ...

journal_title：Current opinion in obstetrics & gynecology

authors： Van den Veyver IB,Beaudet AL

更新日期：2006-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Surgery can be an important treatment option for women with symptomatic endometriosis. This review summarizes the recommended preoperative work up and techniques in minimally invasive surgery for treatment of deeply infiltrating endometriosis (DIE) involving the obliterated posterior cul-de-sac, bowel...

journal_title：Current opinion in obstetrics & gynecology

authors： King CR,Lum D

更新日期：2016-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:An increasing number of diseases in child and adult life are now thought to have their origins in the fetal period. Central to this predisposition is restriction of fetal growth. During the period reviewed in this article, the associations between adult hypertension and low birthweight were confirmed, and numerous stu...

journal_title：Current opinion in obstetrics & gynecology

authors： Newnham J

更新日期：1998-04-01 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:Since its discovery in 1994, leptin has appeared to be a pleiotrophic hormone, governing energy homeostasis and affecting many tissues in the body. Numerous pieces of evidence have accumulated showing that leptin potentially plays an important role in the control of the reproductive function. RECENT ...

journal_title：Current opinion in obstetrics & gynecology

authors： Cervero A,Domínguez F,Horcajadas JA,Quiñonero A,Pellicer A,Simón C

更新日期：2006-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Human papillomavirus testing has been evaluated as an adjunct to cervical cytologic screening. There is a well-established association between high-risk malignant subtypes of human papillomavirus infection and the development of neoplastic change. Although human papillomavirus infection is a necessary condition for ma...

journal_title：Current opinion in obstetrics & gynecology

authors： Goodman A

更新日期：2000-02-01 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：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Sex trafficking of adolescents and young adults is both a human rights violation and a public health problem, globally and in the United States. Healthcare providers, including obstetricians and gynecologists, interact with victims, often while they remain under their traffickers' control, but because...

journal_title：Current opinion in obstetrics & gynecology

authors： Chaffee T,English A

更新日期：2015-10-01 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:The purpose of this review is to understand the current use of minilaparoscopy in the field and how minilaparoscopy compares with traditional laparoscopy in terms of operative times, complications, pain, and cosmesis. RECENT FINDINGS:Although there are few randomized controlled trials comparing minil...

journal_title：Current opinion in obstetrics & gynecology

authors： Small Layne A,Pinkard L,Shepherd J

更新日期：2016-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Loss of pelvic support involving the 'middle compartment' is manifested by herniation through the central pelvic floor in proximity to the intersection of an imaginary line from the public symphysis to the coccyx with another from one ischial spine to opposite ischial spine. Loss of middle compartment support may exis...

journal_title：Current opinion in obstetrics & gynecology

authors： Timmons MC,Addison WA

更新日期：1993-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Emergency contraception in the past two decades had been proven to be effective and well tolerated. Counseling and advance provision and prescription of emergency contraception have been embraced by professional organizations in practice guidelines for its potential to reduce the number of unintended ...

journal_title：Current opinion in obstetrics & gynecology

authors： Broekhuizen FF

更新日期：2009-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Therapeutics targeting the ErbB protein family receptors have not always yielded favorable or successful results in present cancer therapy. This review discusses the possibility of the clinical adaptation of targeting against heparin-binding epidermal growth factor-like growth factor (HB-EGF), one of ...

journal_title：Current opinion in obstetrics & gynecology

authors： Tsujioka H,Yotsumoto F,Hikita S,Ueda T,Kuroki M,Miyamoto S

更新日期：2011-02-01 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: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:To provide clinicians with a review of recent research and clinically applicable tools regarding teen pregnancy. RECENT FINDINGS:Teen pregnancy rates have declined but still remain a significant problem in the USA. Teen pregnancy prevention was identified by Centers for Disease Control and Prevention...

journal_title：Current opinion in obstetrics & gynecology

authors： McCracken KA,Loveless M

更新日期：2014-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Fetal magnetic resonance imaging is becoming more used in the evaluation of complex fetal abnormalities. Rapid advances in the technology and application of fetal magnetic resonance imaging necessitate a review of this subject. RECENT FINDINGS:Diffusion-weighted imaging, magnetic resonance spectrosco...

journal_title：Current opinion in obstetrics & gynecology

authors： Sandrasegaran K,Lall CG,Aisen AA

更新日期：2006-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Child sexual abuse is being recognized as a common and serious problem which affects children regardless of their age, sex, socio-economic class, or geographic location. Children of all ages, from infancy to young adulthood, have been victims of abuse. It is well accepted that the number of reported incidents of child...

journal_title：Current opinion in obstetrics & gynecology

authors： Muram D

更新日期：1993-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Human papillomavirus (HPV) infection and HPV-associated diseases pose a considerable health care burden in the United States. The morbidity and mortality associated with HPV infection and HPV-associated diseases, ranging from genital warts to cervical cancer, have prompted both the use of screening measures to monitor...

journal_title：Current opinion in obstetrics & gynecology

authors： Mayeaux EJ Jr

更新日期：2006-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:There is a growing clinical consensus that Medicaid sterilization consent protections should be revisited because they impede desired care for many women. Here, we consider the broad social and ideological contexts for past sterilization abuses, beyond informed consent. RECENT FINDINGS:Throughout the...

journal_title：Current opinion in obstetrics & gynecology

authors： Harris LH,Wolfe T

更新日期：2014-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:As the life expectancy of cystic fibrosis (CF) patients continues to increase, and more patients become adults with a chronic disease, researching the impact of the disorder on male and female infertility has become increasingly important. Studies suggest that the prevalence of CF mutations may be hig...

journal_title：Current opinion in obstetrics & gynecology

authors： Ahmad A,Ahmed A,Patrizio P

更新日期：2013-06-01 00:00:00