Why the definition of polycystic ovary syndrome harms women
The changed definition of polycystic ovary syndrome harms women and brings no clear benefit, say Australian scientists in the British Medical Journal. …read more
NAMS’ Hormone Therapy Statement: Primary Care Takeaways
Who can safely take hormone therapy and for how long? Are there alternatives? Dr JoAnn Manson answers questions based on the new position statement from the North American Menopause Society. Medscape Internal Medicine …read more
Cesarean Complications Lower With Poliglecaprone 25 Suture
Cesarean delivery wound complications were lower in Pfannenstiel incisions that were closed with poliglecaprone 25 suture compared with those closed with polyglactin 910 suture, a study found. Medscape Medical News …read more
C-section delivery associated with increased risk of complications from hysterectomy
Having a previous cesarean delivery significantly increased the risk of reoperation and complications among women undergoing a hysterectomy later in life, according to a study published by JAMA… …read more
Could vitamin B-3 be the answer to miscarriages and birth defects?
Vitamin B-3 supplements could prevent miscarriages and congenital malformations in newborns by correcting a harmful deficiency, a landmark study suggests. …read more
Preimplantation Genetic Diagnosis: Better IVF Results?
Does preimplantation genetic diagnosis for aneuploidy improve IVF outcomes in women of advanced maternal age? Medscape Ob/Gyn …read more
Stop Marketing Mitochondrial Procedure, FDA Tells Physician
Dr John Zhang’s modification of a human embryo to prevent mitochondrial disease, also known as the ‘three-person baby’ technique, has run afoul of the FDA because of congressional action in 2015. Medscape Medical News …read more
Vaginal Cleansing Before Cesarean Lowers Infection Risk
The incidence of endometritis in women undergoing cesarean delivery who received preoperative vaginal cleansing was reduced by half compared with those who did not. Medscape Medical News …read more
ACOG Hits Home Run With New Mammography Screening Guidelines
ACOG no longer recommends breast self-exams to average-risk women, but it does recommend breast education and awareness. Medscape Ob/Gyn …read more
Surprising ways your partner can affect your health
Your choice of a partner could impact more than just your relationship status; research shows that your partner could both benefit and harm your health. …read more