Cheryl B. Iglesia, MD

Article

Best practices for evaluating pelvic pain in patients with Essure tubal occlusion devices

Author:

Natalie Shammas, MD

Angela Qu, DO

Katherine Woodburn, MD

Elizabeth Brunn, MD

Vadim Morozov, MD

James Robinson, MD

Cheryl B. Iglesia, MD

Nicolas D. Hazen, MD

The authors review adverse outcomes of tubal occlusion devices and data on how and when to remove them

The evaluation and...

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Energy-based therapies in female genital cosmetic surgery: Hype, hope, and a way forward

Author:

Sarah Ward, MD

Cheryl B. Iglesia, MD

Laser and radiofrequency devices are “out there” as therapeutic options for gyn cosmetic conditions, and some studies show...

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Is mannitol a good alternative agent for evaluating ureteral patency after gynecologic surgery?

Author:

Cheryl B. Iglesia, MD

Maybe, but we need more data. There was a significant difference in surgeon satisfaction with the use of mannitol as a bladder distention medium...

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The pelvic exam revisited

Author:

Erin Higgins, MD

Cheryl B. Iglesia, MD

The USPSTF says there is not enough evidence to assess the benefits and harms of the routine screening pelvic exam. These experts say that ObGyns...

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How do you break the ice with patients to ask about their sexual health?

Author:

Cheryl B. Iglesia, MD

A patient may skip talking about sexual function out of embarrassment, and a clinician out of concern for the patient’s feelings. We may be...

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