Gynecology
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Is elagolix effective at reducing HMB for women with varying fibroid sizes and types?
Yes, according to data from phase 3 trials
Whether or not women experience symptoms from uterine fibroid(s) can be...
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Can the office visit interval for routine pessary care be extended safely?
Yes, according to results of a randomized trial of 130 pessary users in which a 24-week pessary care visit was found to be...
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Don’t neglect urinary tract in gynecologic procedures
LAS VEGAS – Know how to spot injuries and make repairs at the appropriate time.
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Beware the dangers of nerve injury in vaginal surgery
LAS VEGAS – Proper patient positioning is crucial, pelvic surgeon tells colleagues.
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Pelvic organ prolapse surgery isn’t as ‘simple’ as you think
LAS VEGAS – Worldwide, surgeons vary widely on preferred approaches, a surgeon tells colleagues.
From Society of Gynecologic Surgeons
A clitoral cyst of 'epidermal' proportions
Brought to you by the Society of Gynecologic Surgeons. In this video, the surgeons demonstrate the management of a large clitoral...
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Good pregnancy outcomes after laparoscopic radiofrequency ablation for fibroids
VANCOUVER – Most pregnancies resulted in live birth, and all infants were healthy.
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Elagolix is effective second-tier treatment for endometriosis-associated dysmenorrhea
PHILADELPHIA – It has a very low adverse event profile and is well tolerated.
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Cannabis frequently is used for endometriosis pain
VANCOUVER, B.C. – Survey finds more than a third of patients have used marijuana or CBD, and some find it effective...
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Ultrasound distinguishes early, late-stage endometriosis
VANCOUVER – Deep endometriosis transvaginal ultrasound can distinguish early versus advanced endometriosis...
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Depression linked to persistent opioid use after hysterectomy
VANCOUVER – Women with preoperative depression were more likely to have a comorbid pain disorder, compared with...