Women's Health
From the Journals
Antifungal drug appears safe for pregnancy
Neither topical nor oral terbinafine was associated with an increased risk of major malformation or spontaneous abortion.
From the Journals
Fezolinetant safe, effective for menopausal vasomotor symptoms
The elective neurokinin 3 receptor antagonist appears to be an effective nonhormone treatment for moderate to severe vasomotor symptoms associated...
Conference Coverage
High BMI does not complicate postpartum tubal ligation
GRAPEVINE, TEXAS – Complications occurred in 2% of patients at one center, and the proportion of patients with a complication did not...
Feature
Prenatal test market booms as patients grapple with results
From the Journals
Stillbirth linked to end-stage renal disease
There was also an association between stillbirth and risk for chronic kidney disease.
Conference Coverage
Exercise needn’t be strenuous to reduce heart risk
PHOENIX – “Find the things you love to do and get moving,” Dr. Andrea Z. LaCroix advises.
Conference Coverage
Beginning estrogen soon after menopause slows atherosclerosis progression
PHOENIX – The study raises a critical question: Is there a time period where getting hormone therapy would be most beneficial for the heart?
From the Journals
Family history of MI may increase CVD mortality after bilateral salpingo-oophorectomy
Removal of the ovaries before the natural age of menopause should be strongly discouraged in women who are not at increased genetic risk for...
Commentary
In a public health crisis, obstetric collaboration is mission-critical
Conference Coverage
ERAS protocol for cesarean delivery reduces opioid usage
GRAPEVINE, TEX. – An enhanced recovery after surgery (ERAS) pathway for cesarean delivery decreased postoperative opioid usage by 62% in one...
Applied Evidence
Refining your approach to hypothyroidism treatment
Thyroid hormone supplementation can be complicated by a number of factors. These tips can help to ensure that you provide the best treatment...