Clomiphene citrate stair-step protocol increases ovulation rates and shortens treatment duration in PCOS patients
Stair-step Protocol May Improve Ovulation Rates for PCOS Patients
This meta-analysis of 520 patients with polycystic ovary syndrome found that a clomiphene citrate stair-step protocol (SSP) increased ovulat…
A new dosing method for clomiphene citrate may improve ovulation rates and shorten treatment time for women with polycystic ovary syndrome.
Thrombectomy Achieves Recanalization and Full Recovery in Postpartum Cerebral Venous Sinus Thrombosis
Endovascular Thrombectomy Shows Promise for Postpartum Brain Clots
This is a single case report of a 22-year-old woman 12 days postpartum with extensive cerebral venous sinus thrombosis who underwent endovas…
A new procedure may help women with severe blood clots in the brain after giving birth, potentially improving neurological recovery.
Women with PCOS report worse dry eye symptoms but similar tear volume and stability
Women with PCOS May Experience More Dry Eye Symptoms
This meta-analysis of 13 articles involving 639 women with PCOS found significantly worse OSDI scores and invasive TBUT compared to healthy …
Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) may experience more severe dry eye symptoms compared to those without the condition.
Higher admission CRP levels are associated with histological chorioamnionitis in patients with PPROM
Higher C-reactive protein levels linked to infection in pregnancy
This meta-analysis of 1,791 patients found that higher admission CRP levels are associated with histological chorioamnionitis in cases of PP…
Higher levels of a specific protein in the blood may help doctors identify early signs of infection in women with premature membrane rupture…
Consensus Framework Targets Disability-Inclusive Training Gaps in Oral Health Education
New curriculum framework aims to improve dental care for people with disabilities
This consensus-based curriculum framework development, published as a guideline, addresses gaps in Special Needs Dentistry education for ora…
A new educational framework aims to close the gap in dental training, helping oral health professionals better care for patients with disabi…
Climate-related environmental factors are associated with increased risk of infections relevant to vertical transmission
Climate Factors May Influence Risks of Infections During Pregnancy
This systematic review of 6 studies examines how climate factors like temperature, humidity, and drought influence infections relevant to ve…
New research suggests that temperature, humidity, and drought conditions may be linked to higher rates of certain infections during pregnanc…
Continuous labor support from doulas, nurses, or midwives improves maternal outcomes and labor progression
Continuous Labor Support Improves Outcomes for Women in Labor
This systematic review examines the impact of continuous labor support provided by doulas, nurses, or midwives on maternal and neonatal outc…
Continuous support from doulas, nurses, or midwives may lead to shorter labor times and more spontaneous vaginal births for women during chi…
Structural integration and shared workforce roles improve sustainability of interprofessional oral health promotion in rural systems
New models help rural areas provide better oral health care
This scoping review of 12 studies examines the design and sustainability of interprofessional oral health promotion interventions in rural p…
Rural clinics can improve dental care by integrating oral health into daily medical routines through four specific organizational models.
Heated tobacco products may reduce exposure to some combustion-related toxicants compared to combustible cigarettes
Heated tobacco products may lower exposure to some toxins
This narrative review examines the impact of heated tobacco products (HTPs) on exposure to combustion-related toxicants compared to combusti…
Switching from traditional cigarettes to heated tobacco products may reduce exposure to certain toxins caused by burning tobacco.
Scoping review protocol aims to map structural and interpersonal barriers to STI partner notification in Africa
New Plan to Map Barriers in African STI Partner Notification
This scoping review protocol outlines a plan to map the nature and distribution of challenges associated with STI partner notification appro…
A new research plan aims to identify the specific social and systemic barriers that make it difficult to notify partners of sexually transmi…
FDA Approves Annovera (segesterone acetate/ethinyl estradiol) for Pregnancy Prevention
FDA Approves Annovera, a Reusable Vaginal Ring for Birth Control
The FDA has approved Annovera, a progestin/estrogen combined hormonal contraceptive vaginal system, for use by females of reproductive poten…
The FDA has approved Annovera, a reusable vaginal ring that prevents pregnancy. It is worn for 21 days, then removed for 7 days, and one rin…
Ethanol sclerotherapy for ovarian endometriomas: protocol for 288-woman RCT
Ethanol Injections for Endometriosis Cysts: Trial Protocol Aims to Test Quality of Life
This is a protocol for a multicentre randomised controlled trial of ultrasound-guided ethanol sclerotherapy versus expectant management in 2…
A new trial will test whether injecting ethanol into ovarian endometriosis cysts improves quality of life better than waiting.