Menopause
Video
Laparoscopic myomectomy with enclosed transvaginal tissue extraction
News
Early low-dose menopausal hormone therapy did not affect atherosclerosis
Key clinical point: Low-dose menopausal hormone therapy did not affect the progression of atherosclerosis, even when started early and continued...
Conference Coverage
New agent builds bone bigger, faster
Key clinical point: A novel anabolic agent being developed for the treatment of postmenopausal osteoporosis increased BMD faster and to a greater...
News
More than half of older women have experienced incontinence
Conference Coverage
Denosumab's benefits persist through 8 years
Key clinical point: An ongoing major study provides reassurance regarding the long-term safety and effectiveness of denosumab for postmenopausal...
From the Editor
Hormone therapy for menopausal vasomotor symptoms
Given our available (better) options for treating hot flashes, can we reduce our use of medroxyprogesterone acetate?
Commentary
Enigmatic inconsistencies between WHI data and conclusions; Exaggerated or intentionally fabricated data?
Letters from readers
News for Your Practice
Paroxetine mesylate 7.5 mg found to be a safe alternative to hormone therapy for menopausal women with hot flashes
Paroxetine mesylate is the first nonhormonal option approved by the FDA to treat moderate to severe vasomotor symptoms in women who can’t or don’t...
Clinical Review
Chronic vulvar irritation, itching, and pain. What is the diagnosis?
Five cases of dermatoses, vaginal abnormalities, and pain syndromes that may masquerade as infection
Expert Commentary
What is the clinical and economic return on taxpayers’ $260M investment in the WHI?
145,000 more quality-adjusted life years and at least $23.1 billion. According to sensitivity analysis, the 95% confidence interval for the net...
News
Hemorrhagic ovarian cysts: One entity with many appearances
Interpretation of 12 stunning images, including color Doppler, demonstrating tell-tale signs of, as well as findings not to be confused with, this...