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View article: Factors affecting frozen embryo transfer success rates
Factors affecting frozen embryo transfer success rates Open
Background This study aims to identify factors influencing the outcomes of frozen embryo transfer (FET) cycles. Methods A prospective observational study was conducted between July 2020 to December 2021 on 170 participants who underwent 19…
View article: Factors Influencing Letrozole Response in Ovulation Induction among Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Women
Factors Influencing Letrozole Response in Ovulation Induction among Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Women Open
Background: Letrozole is the first-line ovulation induction agent in PCOS, but some women do not respond. This study aimed to evaluate ovulatory response to Letrozole and identify predictors of non-response to individualise treatment. Meth…
View article: Improving the provision for gynaecological health care in Bangladesh using Essential Gynaecological Skills implementation package: a stakeholder-driven approach in public health facilities
Improving the provision for gynaecological health care in Bangladesh using Essential Gynaecological Skills implementation package: a stakeholder-driven approach in public health facilities Open
Our experience of using the ISIE framework showcased the potential of this framework in achieving sustainability and scalability at the national level. However, further initiatives from the government can ensure nationwide scale-up, settin…
View article: Factors Affecting Frozen Embryo Transfer Success Rates
Factors Affecting Frozen Embryo Transfer Success Rates Open
Background This study aims to identify factors influencing the outcomes of frozen embryo transfer (FET) cycles. Methods A prospective observational study was conducted on participants who underwent FET of autologous embryos after endometri…
View article: Hypoxia-Inducible Factor Prolyl Hydroxylase Inhibitors for Treatment of Anemia in Chronic Kidney Disease: Guidelines for South Asia
Hypoxia-Inducible Factor Prolyl Hydroxylase Inhibitors for Treatment of Anemia in Chronic Kidney Disease: Guidelines for South Asia Open
This guideline addresses the use of hypoxia-inducible factor prolyl hydroxylase inhibitors (HIF-PHIs) in patients >18 years with chronic kidney disease (CKD) and anemia in South Asia (Bangladesh, Bhutan, Nepal, India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka).…
View article: Factors Influencing Letrozole Response in Ovulation Induction among Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Women
Factors Influencing Letrozole Response in Ovulation Induction among Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Women Open
View article: Diagnostic Challenges of Broad Ligament Fibroids: Two Case Reports
Diagnostic Challenges of Broad Ligament Fibroids: Two Case Reports Open
Background: Broad ligament fibroids are rare extrauterine leiomyomas that can mimic adnexal or retroperitoneal masses, often leading to diagnostic and surgical challenges. Case Presentation: We report two cases of broad ligament fibroids w…
View article: Pregnancy Rates After Frozen Embryo Transfer: Insights from an Indian Government Hospital
Pregnancy Rates After Frozen Embryo Transfer: Insights from an Indian Government Hospital Open
Objective: This study aims to evaluate the outcomes of frozen embryo transfer (FET) cycles performed at the Department of Reproductive Medicine and Surgery, SAT Hospital, Government Medical College Trivandrum Methods: A prospective observa…
View article: A rare case of combined ileal lipoma and heterotopic gastric mucosa as the leading pathological point for adult ileo-ileal intussusception
A rare case of combined ileal lipoma and heterotopic gastric mucosa as the leading pathological point for adult ileo-ileal intussusception Open
Intussusception is defined as telescoping of one segment of bowel into another one. It is an uncommon cause of intestinal obstruction in adults with a reported incidence of 1 in 1300 abdominal cases presenting as obstruction. Intussuscepti…
View article: Cost-effectiveness of long-acting progestogens versus the combined oral contraceptives pill for preventing recurrence of endometriosis-related pain following surgery: an economic evaluation alongside the PRE-EMPT trial
Cost-effectiveness of long-acting progestogens versus the combined oral contraceptives pill for preventing recurrence of endometriosis-related pain following surgery: an economic evaluation alongside the PRE-EMPT trial Open
Objectives To evaluate the cost-effectiveness of long-acting progestogens (LAP), including levonorgestrel-releasing intrauterine system (LNG-IUS) and depot-medroxyprogesterone acetate (DMPA), compared with the combined oral contraceptives …
View article: Long acting progestogens versus combined oral contraceptive pill for preventing recurrence of endometriosis related pain: the PRE-EMPT pragmatic, parallel group, open label, randomised controlled trial
Long acting progestogens versus combined oral contraceptive pill for preventing recurrence of endometriosis related pain: the PRE-EMPT pragmatic, parallel group, open label, randomised controlled trial Open
Objectives To evaluate the clinical effectiveness of long acting progestogens compared with the combined oral contraceptive pill in preventing recurrence of endometriosis related pain. Design The PRE-EMPT (preventing recurrence of endometr…
View article: A Case Series of Four Cesarean Section Scar Ectopic Pregnancies
A Case Series of Four Cesarean Section Scar Ectopic Pregnancies Open
Cesarean section scar ectopic pregnancy is associated with high morbidity and mortality.With increasing number of cesarean sections being performed, it is likely that we will see increasing rates of cesarean section scar ectopic pregnancie…
View article: Case Series of Scar Endometriosis Following Caesarean Sections: A Condition on the Rise
Case Series of Scar Endometriosis Following Caesarean Sections: A Condition on the Rise Open
View article: Correlation of IVF outcomes and number of oocytes retrieved: a UK retrospective longitudinal observational study of 172 341 non-donor cycles
Correlation of IVF outcomes and number of oocytes retrieved: a UK retrospective longitudinal observational study of 172 341 non-donor cycles Open
Objective How do numbers of oocytes retrieved per In vitro fertilisation (IVF) cycle impact on the live birth rate (LBR) and multiple gestation pregnancy (MGP) rates? Design Retrospective observational longitudinal study. Setting UK IVF cl…
View article: Global inequality in sub-fertility treatment needs safer, cost effective, evidence-based and economically viable choices for patients and stakeholders
Global inequality in sub-fertility treatment needs safer, cost effective, evidence-based and economically viable choices for patients and stakeholders Open
The global increase in subfertility diagnosis and treatments and the rise of private equity investors concentrating on high profits based on in vitro fertilisation (IVF) treatments raise profound societal and economic questions for stakeho…
View article: A rare case of cervical endometriosis presenting with profuse vaginal bleeding during an embryo transfer cycle: A case report.
A rare case of cervical endometriosis presenting with profuse vaginal bleeding during an embryo transfer cycle: A case report. Open
Cervical endometriosis is seen very rarely, much lesser than even the extra pelvic sites like an abdominal wall or vaginal wall. Limited awareness of the condition may account for its rarity. This report aims to remind gynaecologists of th…
View article: Retrospective observational RT-PCR analyses on 688 babies born to 843 SARS-CoV-2 positive mothers, placental analyses and diagnostic analyses limitations suggest vertical transmission is possible.
Retrospective observational RT-PCR analyses on 688 babies born to 843 SARS-CoV-2 positive mothers, placental analyses and diagnostic analyses limitations suggest vertical transmission is possible. Open
Research question: Is there vertical transmission (from mother to baby antenatally or intrapartum) after SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) infected pregnancy? Study design: A systematic search related to SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19), pregnancy, neonatal comp…
View article: Vesico-vaginal fistula presenting as overactive bladder in a case of Gellhorn pessary for vault prolapse
Vesico-vaginal fistula presenting as overactive bladder in a case of Gellhorn pessary for vault prolapse Open
An 81-year-old woman with early dementia was on a regular follow-up for change of Gellhorn pessary every 6 months for vault prolapse. She presented with frequency and urgency for 10 months duration 5 years into conservative management. Her…
View article: Transient cortical blindness at delivery-an unusual case report on posterior reversible encephalopathy syndrome
Transient cortical blindness at delivery-an unusual case report on posterior reversible encephalopathy syndrome Open
Background: Posterior reversible encephalopathy syndrome (PRES) is an unusual clinical entity seen associated with blood pressure (BP) fluctuations presenting with acute neurological symptoms. This is an unusual case of PRES due to severe …
View article: Anomalies and Clinical Significance of Mylohyoid Nerve: A Review
Anomalies and Clinical Significance of Mylohyoid Nerve: A Review Open
Sandya Kini,1 Krishnaraj Somayaji,1 Shashirashmi Acharya,1 Shivakumar Sampath2 1Department of Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics, Manipal College of Dental Sciences, Manipal, Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Manipal, India; 2Depart…
View article: Gabapentin for chronic pelvic pain in women (GaPP2): a multicentre, randomised, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial
Gabapentin for chronic pelvic pain in women (GaPP2): a multicentre, randomised, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial Open
View article: SARS-CoV-2: diagnostic and design conundrums in the context of male factor infertility
SARS-CoV-2: diagnostic and design conundrums in the context of male factor infertility Open
View article: Postmenopausal Alopecia due to Ovarian Hyperandrogenemia Treated with Bilateral Salpingo-oophorectomy
Postmenopausal Alopecia due to Ovarian Hyperandrogenemia Treated with Bilateral Salpingo-oophorectomy Open
Introduction Increased ovarian production of androgens due to the stimulation of luteinizing hormone (LH) on theca cells can cause hyperandrogenism that may present with signs of alopecia in postmenopausal women. Case description A 65-year…
View article: Adverse outcomes in SAR-CoV-2 (COVID-19) and SARS virus related pregnancies with probable vertical transmission
Adverse outcomes in SAR-CoV-2 (COVID-19) and SARS virus related pregnancies with probable vertical transmission Open
The global severe acute respiratory syndrome-related coronavirus SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) pandemic has had an unprecedented impact on all aspects of daily life and healthcare. Information on the infection risks for pregnant women and their of…
View article: IUI needs fairer appraisal to improve patient and stakeholder choices
IUI needs fairer appraisal to improve patient and stakeholder choices Open
Information supporting IVF at the expense of intrauterine insemination (IUI) has become commonplace, but it lacks critical analyses. Data from poorly practiced IUI, without an equivalent comparison to IVF, has been generalised to recommend…
View article: Altruism or obligation? The motivations and experience of women who donate oocytes to known recipients in assisted conception treatment: an interpretative phenomenological analysis study
Altruism or obligation? The motivations and experience of women who donate oocytes to known recipients in assisted conception treatment: an interpretative phenomenological analysis study Open
Motivation is influenced by a combination of factors including the rewards of altruistic behaviour, the existence and potential strengthening of the relationship between donor and recipient, but possibly also, a sense of obligation and soc…