Are routine breast and pelvic examinations necessary for women starting combined oral contraception?

abstract：:The signals and mechanisms that synchronize the timing of human parturition remain a mystery and a better understanding of these processes is essential to avert adverse pregnancy outcomes. Although our insights into human labor initiation have been informed by studies in animal models, the timing of parturition relati...

journal_title：Human reproduction update

authors： Menon R,Bonney EA,Condon J,Mesiano S,Taylor RN

更新日期：2016-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The cystic fibrosis transmembrane conductance regulator (CFTR) is a cAMP-activated Cl(-) and HCO(3)(-) conducting channel, mutations of which are known to be associated with male infertility. However, the underlying mechanisms remain elusive. METHODS:Literature databases were searched for papers on the topi...

journal_title：Human reproduction update

authors： Chen H,Ruan YC,Xu WM,Chen J,Chan HC

更新日期：2012-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In 1987, Nigel Harris cautioned against over-diagnosing the antiphospholipid syndrome (APS). In what was a rather prophetic editorial titled 'The Syndrome of the Black Swan', he suggested that while patients with APS do indeed exist, they are probably much more unusual than many medical professionals might like to bel...

journal_title：Human reproduction update

authors： Clark CA,Laskin CA,Spitzer KA

更新日期：2012-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Approximately half recurrent miscarriage (RM) cases remain unexplained after standard investigations. Secondary RM (SRM) is, in contrast to primary RM, preceded by a birth, which increases the transfer of fetal cells into the maternal circulation. Mothers of boys are often immunized against male-specific min...

journal_title：Human reproduction update

authors： Nielsen HS

更新日期：2011-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Fear from increased cancer risk is one of the most significant reasons for low acceptance of reliable contraceptive methods and low compliance. METHODS:In this review, we included all cohort and case-control studies published in English up to December 2008. They were identified through a search of the liter...

journal_title：Human reproduction update

authors： Cibula D,Gompel A,Mueck AO,La Vecchia C,Hannaford PC,Skouby SO,Zikan M,Dusek L

更新日期：2010-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This review provides an overview of how women adjust emotionally to the various phases of IVF treatment in terms of anxiety, depression or general distress before, during and after different treatment cycles. A systematic scrutiny of the literature yielded 706 articles that paid attention to emotional aspects of IVF t...

journal_title：Human reproduction update

authors： Verhaak CM,Smeenk JM,Evers AW,Kremer JA,Kraaimaat FW,Braat DD

更新日期：2007-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The main objective of individualization of treatment in IVF is to offer every single woman the best treatment tailored to her own unique characteristics, thus maximizing the chances of pregnancy and eliminating the iatrogenic and avoidable risks resulting from ovarian stimulation. Personalization of treatmen...

journal_title：Human reproduction update

authors： La Marca A,Sunkara SK

更新日期：2014-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In the male genital tract, reactive oxygen species (ROS) are generated by spermatozoa and leukocytes including neutrophils and macrophages. ROS are involved in the regulation of sperm functions such as capacitation and the acrosome reaction. Infections lead to an excessive ROS production, resulting in an 'oxidative bu...

journal_title：Human reproduction update

authors： Ochsendorf FR

更新日期：1999-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The results of the Transnational Study on Oral Contraceptives and the Health of Young Women studies are reviewed, potential biases shown, and new analyses are presented. The initial finding was a slight increase in the risk of venous thromboboembolism (VTE) when users of third generation OC (containing the progestins ...

journal_title：Human reproduction update

authors： Lewis MA

更新日期：1999-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Nitric oxide (NO) is an important mediator of paracrine interactions, especially within the vascular system. It is a powerful inhibitor of platelet aggregation and a potent vasodilator. NO is also a neurotransmitter and it plays a role in cell-mediated cytotoxicity. NO-generating enzymes (nitric oxide synthases, NOS) ...

journal_title：Human reproduction update

authors： Cameron IT,Campbell S

更新日期：1998-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Women suffer a higher incidence of osteoporosis than men, in part due to oestrogen deficiency after menopause. In fact, the administration of oestrogen to post-menopausal women is associated with a decrease of bone resorption. Tamoxifen is a widely used selective oestrogen receptor modulator in women with breast cance...

journal_title：Human reproduction update

authors： Díez JL

更新日期：2000-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:During the elongating spermatid stage of spermiogenesis, human sperm chromatin undergoes a complex transition in which histones are extensively replaced by protamines in a carefully regulated transition including histone modifications and intermediate and temporary replacement of the histones by sperm-specific transit...

journal_title：Human reproduction update

authors： Carrell DT,Emery BR,Hammoud S

更新日期：2007-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Recurrent pregnancy loss (RPL) occurs in 1-3% of all couples trying to conceive. No consensus exists regarding when to perform testing for risk factors in couples with RPL. Some guidelines recommend testing if a patient has had two pregnancy losses whereas others advise to test after three losses. OBJECTIVE...

journal_title：Human reproduction update

authors： van Dijk MM,Kolte AM,Limpens J,Kirk E,Quenby S,van Wely M,Goddijn M

更新日期：2020-04-15 00:00:00

abstract：:The examination of fetal cells, specifically erythroblasts, and cell-free fetal DNA from the blood of pregnant women is currently the subject of intense research with the aim of developing new risk-free methods for prenatal diagnosis. An unexpected finding made during these studies was that the traffic of fetal erythr...

journal_title：Human reproduction update

authors： Hahn S,Holzgreve W

更新日期：2002-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Clinical trials yield discrepant information about the impact of hormone therapy on verbal memory and executive function. This issue is clinically relevant because declines in verbal memory are the earliest predictor of Alzheimer's disease and declines in executive function are central to some theories of no...

journal_title：Human reproduction update

authors： Maki PM,Sundermann E

更新日期：2009-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Recent studies suggest a possible link between human assisted reproductive technology and genomic imprinting disorders. Assisted reproductive technology includes the isolation, handling and culture of gametes and early embryos at times when imprinted genes are likely to be particularly vulnerable to external influence...

journal_title：Human reproduction update

authors： Lucifero D,Chaillet JR,Trasler JM

更新日期：2004-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Induced abortion is a common procedure. However, there is marked variation in accessibility of services across England. Accessing abortion services may be difficult, particularly for women who live in remote areas, are in the second trimester of pregnancy, have complex pre-existing conditions or have difficu...

journal_title：Human reproduction update

authors： O'Shea LE,Hawkins JE,Lord J,Schmidt-Hansen M,Hasler E,Cameron S,Cameron IT

更新日期：2020-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:With the recent development of CRISPR (clustered regularly interspaced short palindromic repeats)/Cas9 genome editing technology, the possibility to genetically manipulate the human germline (gametes and embryos) has become a distinct technical possibility. Although many technical challenges still need to be...

journal_title：Human reproduction update

authors： Vassena R,Heindryckx B,Peco R,Pennings G,Raya A,Sermon K,Veiga A

更新日期：2016-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Androgens, FSH, anti-Müllerian hormone (AMH) and estradiol (E2) are essential in human ovarian folliculogenesis. However, the interactions between these four players is not fully understood. OBJECTIVES AND RATIONALE:The purpose of this review is to highlight the chronological sequence of the appearance and ...

journal_title：Human reproduction update

authors： Dewailly D,Robin G,Peigne M,Decanter C,Pigny P,Catteau-Jonard S

更新日期：2016-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Every year 30% of individuals above age 65 fall, and falls are the principal cause of bone fractures. To reduce fracture incidence requires both prevention of falls and maintenance of bone strength. METHODS:PubMed searches were performed, for studies of the epidemiology of fractures, bone physiology, endocr...

journal_title：Human reproduction update

authors： ESHRE Capri Workshop Group.

更新日期：2010-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Mammalian oocytes begin meiosis in the fetal ovary, but only complete it when fertilized in the adult reproductive tract. This review examines the cell biology of this protracted process: from entry of primordial germ cells into meiosis to conception. The defining feature of meiosis is two consecutive cell divisions (...

journal_title：Human reproduction update

authors： Jones KT

更新日期：2008-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Significant association between endometriosis, including minor endometriosis, and infertility (or strictly subfertility) is shown by prevalence studies, but a causal relationship has not been established. This review focuses on evidence for pituitary-ovarian dysfunction as a cause for the subfertility. A methodologica...

journal_title：Human reproduction update

authors： Cahill DJ,Hull MG

更新日期：2000-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Contraception is one of the keystones of reproductive health. The availability of effective contraception has helped to change dramatically the structure of the world's population during the last 50 years, through a demographic transition involving lower fertility rates and longer survival. As the transition evolves m...

journal_title：Human reproduction update

authors： ESHRE Capri Workshop Group.

更新日期：2005-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Cryopreservation of testicular tissue might benefit prepubertal boys who must undergo chemotherapy or radiotherapy. Cryopreservation of testicular tissue and testicular cells for intracytoplasmic sperm injection (ICSI) is feasible and widely applied. Testicular tissue from prepubertal boys can also be frozen, by apply...

journal_title：Human reproduction update

authors： Hovatta O

更新日期：2001-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The Fifth Evian Annual Reproduction (EVAR) Workshop Meeting discussed knowledge regarding contemporary genetics in female reproduction. METHODS:Specialist reproductive medicine clinicians and geneticists delivered presentations based on published literature and current research. The content of this report i...

journal_title：Human reproduction update

authors： Evian Annual Reproduction (EVAR) Workshop Group 2010.,Fauser BC,Diedrich K,Bouchard P,Domínguez F,Matzuk M,Franks S,Hamamah S,Simón C,Devroey P,Ezcurra D,Howles CM

更新日期：2011-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Overall, the incidence of male reproductive disorders has increased in recent decades. Testicular development during fetal life is crucial for subsequent male reproductive function. Non-genomic factors such as environmental chemicals, pharmaceuticals and lifestyle have been proposed to impact on human fetal ...

journal_title：Human reproduction update

authors： Kilcoyne KR,Mitchell RT

更新日期：2019-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Syncytin is a membrane protein derived from the envelope gene of an endogenous retrovirus of the HERV-W family. The gene appears to be almost exclusively expressed in placenta; the protein was found in particular in syncytiotrophoblast. After transfection into various cell types it has proven to be a very fusogenic pr...

journal_title：Human reproduction update

authors： Pötgens AJ,Drewlo S,Kokozidou M,Kaufmann P

更新日期：2004-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Hormonal contraception has become more effective and more widely used, while the world population has grown from 3000 million in 1960 to 6000 million in 2000. There is a need for improved contraception, because legal abortion is used in a high proportion of pregnancies and illegal abortion continues to be common in so...

journal_title：Human reproduction update

authors：

更新日期：2002-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Mast cells (MCs) are the classical mediators of allergy, however, their importance in the development of innate and adaptive immune responses is increasingly being recognized. Herein, the present MC literature is summarized, with particular focus on studies of MCs in the endometrium and myometrium, and their...

journal_title：Human reproduction update

authors： Menzies FM,Shepherd MC,Nibbs RJ,Nelson SM

更新日期：2011-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The use of nuclear transfer (NT) has been proposed as a novel reproductive treatment to overcome the transmission of maternally-inherited mitochondrial DNA (mtDNA) mutations. Pathogenic mutations in mtDNA can cause a wide-spectrum of life-limiting disorders, collectively known as mtDNA disease, for which the...

journal_title：Human reproduction update

authors： Craven L,Tang MX,Gorman GS,De Sutter P,Heindryckx B

更新日期：2017-09-01 00:00:00