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View article: Maternal and neonatal outcomes in primary vs. secondary meconium-stained amniotic fluid
Maternal and neonatal outcomes in primary vs. secondary meconium-stained amniotic fluid Open
Compared to primary MSAF, secondary MSAF, especially after 40 weeks of gestation was associated with worse neonatal outcomes. This supports the role of secondary MSAF as a potential marker of adverse neonatal outcomes.
View article: Preterm meconium‐stained amniotic fluid: A red flag for infection and adverse perinatal outcomes
Preterm meconium‐stained amniotic fluid: A red flag for infection and adverse perinatal outcomes Open
Objective Meconium‐stained amniotic fluid (MSAF) is uncommon in preterm deliveries and raises concerns about maternal and neonatal infectious risks. We aimed to evaluate maternal, perinatal, and microbiological outcomes in preterm deliveri…
View article: Expectant management of late preterm prelabor rupture of membranes in <scp>GBS</scp> carriers
Expectant management of late preterm prelabor rupture of membranes in <span>GBS</span> carriers Open
Objective The impact of maternal group B Streptococcus (GBS) colonization on outcomes of expectant management in late preterm prelabor rupture of membranes (PPROM) is debated. This study examined maternal and neonatal infectious outcomes i…
View article: Maternal bacteremia in intrapartum fever: the role of ampicillin resistance and prolonged membrane rupture—a retrospective comparative study
Maternal bacteremia in intrapartum fever: the role of ampicillin resistance and prolonged membrane rupture—a retrospective comparative study Open
Objective Intrapartum fever (IPF) (≥ 38.0 °C), if treated inappropriately, can lead to maternal bacteremia. In a cohort of women with IPF, we investigated perinatal, obstetrical, and microbiological outcomes, comparing those with bacteremi…
View article: Clinical and microbiological outcomes of maternal bacteremia: the role of intrapartum antibiotic use, insights from an 11-Year cohort study
Clinical and microbiological outcomes of maternal bacteremia: the role of intrapartum antibiotic use, insights from an 11-Year cohort study Open
Maternal bacteremia, predominantly caused by Enterobacteriaceae, poses a serious risk to both mothers and newborns. The study highlights the association between intrapartum ampicillin use and ampicillin-resistant Enterobacteriaceae bactere…
View article: Impact of meconium-stained amniotic fluid thickness on maternal infectious morbidity: a comprehensive clinical and microbiological analysis
Impact of meconium-stained amniotic fluid thickness on maternal infectious morbidity: a comprehensive clinical and microbiological analysis Open
Purpose The aim of this study was to investigate the correlation between the thickness of meconium-stained amniotic fluid (MSAF) and maternal infectious morbidity. Methods A retrospective study of 15,950 term singleton pregnancies at a ter…
View article: Conventional vaginal approach vs. transvaginal natural orifice transluminal endoscopic surgery for treating apical prolapse, a randomized controlled study
Conventional vaginal approach vs. transvaginal natural orifice transluminal endoscopic surgery for treating apical prolapse, a randomized controlled study Open
vNOTES hysterectomy with USLS has lower surgical times than conventional vaginal hysterectomy with USLS, lower blood loss and less adverse events. Other surgical objective and subjective outcomes were similar between the approaches.
View article: Antenatal corticosteroids for late small-for-gestational-age fetuses
Antenatal corticosteroids for late small-for-gestational-age fetuses Open
Objectives To compare neonatal morbidity in late preterm pregnancies with small-for-gestational-age fetuses, between those exposed and not exposed to antenatal corticosteroids (ACS). Methods A retrospective study which included growth-rest…
View article: The Effect of Maternal Lower Limb Compression on Amniotic Fluid Index, Uteroplacental Perfusion, and Fetal Blood Flow in Isolated Oligohydramnios
The Effect of Maternal Lower Limb Compression on Amniotic Fluid Index, Uteroplacental Perfusion, and Fetal Blood Flow in Isolated Oligohydramnios Open
Introduction: The aim of this study was to examine the efficacy of pneumatic compression of the maternal lower extremities in increasing the amniotic fluid index (AFI) in pregnancies complicated by isolated oligohydramnios. Methods: Women …
View article: French AmbUlatory cesarean section (FAUCS) versus low-segment cesarean section: Operative and postoperative complications, a retrospective comparative study.
French AmbUlatory cesarean section (FAUCS) versus low-segment cesarean section: Operative and postoperative complications, a retrospective comparative study. Open
Purpose We compared operative and postoperative results of French AmbUlatory cesarean section (FAUCS) and low-segment cesarean section (LSCS). Methods This retrospective cohort study assessed operative and postoperative results of 125 wome…
View article: Robotic transvaginal natural orifice transluminal endoscopic surgery for bilateral salpingo oophorectomy
Robotic transvaginal natural orifice transluminal endoscopic surgery for bilateral salpingo oophorectomy Open
This is the first documentation of a surgery performed via the vagina using robotic instrumentation developed for this purpose. The disruptive technology of RvNOTES, with its fast learning curve, will make gynecological surgeries accessibl…
View article: Postpartum Female Sexual Function: Risk Factors for Postpartum Sexual Dysfunction
Postpartum Female Sexual Function: Risk Factors for Postpartum Sexual Dysfunction Open
Introduction Women's sexual health is a vital and important part of life at any age. In particular, pregnancy and childbirth bring biological, psychological, and social changes which may influence sexual health. It has been shown that sexu…
View article: How Does Myofascial Physical Therapy Attenuate Pain in Chronic Pelvic Pain Syndrome?
How Does Myofascial Physical Therapy Attenuate Pain in Chronic Pelvic Pain Syndrome? Open
Background . Chronic pelvic pain syndrome (CPPS) is a multifactorial disorder comprising structural and functional muscular abnormalities, a dysfunctional pain system, and psychological distress. Myofascial physical Therapy (MPT) that is t…
View article: Overactive Bladder Syndrome Treatments and Their Effect on Female Sexual Function: A Review
Overactive Bladder Syndrome Treatments and Their Effect on Female Sexual Function: A Review Open
Introduction Overactive bladder (OAB), the most common subtype of urinary incontinence, has a heavy price on quality of life, especially on sexual life. Unfortunately, most women rarely voice the worsening of sexual function, especially th…
View article: Fear of Vaginal Penetration in the Absence of Pain as a Separate Category of Female Sexual Dysfunction: A Conceptual Overview
Fear of Vaginal Penetration in the Absence of Pain as a Separate Category of Female Sexual Dysfunction: A Conceptual Overview Open
Functional sexual pain disorders in women are a particular challenge to the gynecologist, inasmuch as phobic avoidance and guarding on the part of the patient lead to difficulties in the gynecological examination and diagnosis. In some suc…
View article: Review of Robotic Surgery in Gynecology—The Future Is Here
Review of Robotic Surgery in Gynecology—The Future Is Here Open
The authors present a systematic review of randomized and observational, retrospective and prospective studies to compare between robotic surgery as opposed to laparoscopic, abdominal, and vaginal surgery for the treatment of both benign a…
View article: Low-Intensity Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy in Sexual Medicine: A Questionnaire-Based Assessment of Knowledge, Clinical Practice Patterns, and Attitudes in Sexual Medicine Practitioners
Low-Intensity Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy in Sexual Medicine: A Questionnaire-Based Assessment of Knowledge, Clinical Practice Patterns, and Attitudes in Sexual Medicine Practitioners Open
Introduction Low-intensity extracorporeal shockwave therapy (LI-ESWT) has emerged as a treatment option for male sexual dysfunction. However, results have been contradictory. Aim To investigate the knowledge, practice patterns, and attitud…
View article: Standards for Clinical Trials in Male and Female Sexual Dysfunction: III. Unique Aspects of Clinical Trials in Male Sexual Dysfunction
Standards for Clinical Trials in Male and Female Sexual Dysfunction: III. Unique Aspects of Clinical Trials in Male Sexual Dysfunction Open
This series of articles, Standards for Clinical Trials in Male and Female Sexual Dysfunction, began with the discussion of a common expected standard for clinical trial design in male and female sexual dysfunction, a common rationale for t…
View article: Attitudes of Sexual Medicine Specialists Toward Premature Ejaculation Diagnosis and Therapy
Attitudes of Sexual Medicine Specialists Toward Premature Ejaculation Diagnosis and Therapy Open
Introduction Premature ejaculation (PE) is one of the commonest sexual dysfunctions in men. Because the definition of and guidelines for the management of PE have been revised in recent years, our understanding of PE has changed. Aim To in…