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View article: Effect of different types of internal fixation on the incidence of femoral head necrosis in adult femoral neck fractures: a single-arm rate and network meta-analysis
Effect of different types of internal fixation on the incidence of femoral head necrosis in adult femoral neck fractures: a single-arm rate and network meta-analysis Open
Based on available evidence, FNS is associated with the lowest incidence of ONFH. These findings, derived predominantly from observational data, are hypothesis-generating and warrant confirmation by high-quality randomized controlled trial…
View article: Distinct Suppression of Prednisone on Endometrial Immune Cells in Women With Reproductive Failure
Distinct Suppression of Prednisone on Endometrial Immune Cells in Women With Reproductive Failure Open
Research Question For women with reproductive failure, prednisone is widely used but remains controversial as a therapy for improving clinical outcomes. This study aimed to investigate the impact of prednisone on various endometrial immune…
View article: Prevalence of hypertrophic scar formation after total joint replacement surgery among the Chinese population
Prevalence of hypertrophic scar formation after total joint replacement surgery among the Chinese population Open
Background Chinese people had a higher incidence of hypertrophic scar (HS) formation after burns and trauma (Li-Tsang et al, 2005). Total joint replacement surgeries have increased dramatically due to ageing and the surgical scars could be…
View article: The Therapeutic Potential of EGCG and Pro-EGCG in Mitigating Ovarian Hyperstimulation Syndrome: Unraveling the Modulatory Mechanism through the VEGF Pathway
The Therapeutic Potential of EGCG and Pro-EGCG in Mitigating Ovarian Hyperstimulation Syndrome: Unraveling the Modulatory Mechanism through the VEGF Pathway Open
Ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome (OHSS) is a severe complication of controlled ovarian hyperstimulation (COH) during in vitro fertilization (IVF) treatment, characterized by increased capillary permeability. Vascular endothelial gr…
View article: A comparison of the treatment outcome of Asherman's syndrome which developed within and outside the puerperal period: A matched cohort study
A comparison of the treatment outcome of Asherman's syndrome which developed within and outside the puerperal period: A matched cohort study Open
Introduction The outcome following hysteroscopy adhesiolysis of Asherman’s syndrome in the puerperal period who appeared to do less well than the participants who developed the syndrome unrelated to child birth. As there is no literature t…
View article: Pregnancy outcomes after all modes of conception in patients with genital tuberculosis: a systematic review and meta-analysis
Pregnancy outcomes after all modes of conception in patients with genital tuberculosis: a systematic review and meta-analysis Open
This systematic review and meta-analysis aimed to summarize the pregnancy outcomes of women diagnosed with genital tuberculosis (GTB) who spontaneously conceived or underwent intrauterine insemination (IUI) or in vitro fertilization…
View article: Knowledge and intentions to use fertility preservation among urban Chinese cancer patients: A study from Hong Kong
Knowledge and intentions to use fertility preservation among urban Chinese cancer patients: A study from Hong Kong Open
Objective To assess the knowledge levels and fertility preservation (FP) intentions of urban Chinese cancer patients. Methods A cross-sectional study was conducted on Hong Kong Chinese male and female cancer patients aged 18–54 years (N = …
View article: The epithelial Na+ channel (ENaC) in ovarian granulosa cells modulates Ca2+ mobilization and gonadotrophin signaling for estrogen homeostasis and female fertility
The epithelial Na+ channel (ENaC) in ovarian granulosa cells modulates Ca2+ mobilization and gonadotrophin signaling for estrogen homeostasis and female fertility Open
Ovarian granulosa cells are essential to gonadotrophin-regulated estrogen production, female cycle maintenance and fertility. The epithelial Na+ channel (ENaC) is associated with female fertility; however, whether and how it pla…
View article: Intrauterine adhesion in ultrasound-guided manual vacuum aspiration (USG-MVA) versus electric vacuum aspiration (EVA): a randomised controlled trial
Intrauterine adhesion in ultrasound-guided manual vacuum aspiration (USG-MVA) versus electric vacuum aspiration (EVA): a randomised controlled trial Open
View article: Comparison of the Clinical Outcomes of Asherman's Syndrome Following Cesarean Section and Surgical Trauma: A Matched-Cohort Study
Comparison of the Clinical Outcomes of Asherman's Syndrome Following Cesarean Section and Surgical Trauma: A Matched-Cohort Study Open
View article: #192 : Comparison of Cytokine Profiles and Th1/Th2 Ratios in the Peri-Implantation Endometrium in Recurrent Reproductive Failure Women with and Without Chronic Endometritis
#192 : Comparison of Cytokine Profiles and Th1/Th2 Ratios in the Peri-Implantation Endometrium in Recurrent Reproductive Failure Women with and Without Chronic Endometritis Open
Background and Aims: Aberrant local endometrial microenvironment in chronic endometritis (CE) may be involved in reduced endometrial receptivity and recurrent reproductive failure. Previous studies have observed some discrepancies between …
View article: #87 : Intrauterine Adhesion in Ultrasound-Guided Manual Vacuum Aspiration (USG-MVA) Versus Electric Vaccum Aspiration (EVA): A Randomized Controlled Trial
#87 : Intrauterine Adhesion in Ultrasound-Guided Manual Vacuum Aspiration (USG-MVA) Versus Electric Vaccum Aspiration (EVA): A Randomized Controlled Trial Open
Background and Aims: Intrauterine adhesion (IUA) is a possible complication after uterine surgery, especially after sharp curettage for miscarriages as it destroys the endometrial stratum basalis. This study aimed to determine and compare …
View article: #150 : Do Women with a History of Recurrent Miscarriage Have a Higher Risk of Obstetric and Perinatal Complications in a Subsequent Pregnancy? A Cohort Study
#150 : Do Women with a History of Recurrent Miscarriage Have a Higher Risk of Obstetric and Perinatal Complications in a Subsequent Pregnancy? A Cohort Study Open
Background and Aims: To examine if there are any adverse obstetric and perinatal outcomes associated with a history of recurrent miscarriage (RM) among a large cohort of Chinese women in Hong Kong. Method: It is a retrospective study using…
View article: Uterine Septum Surgery
Uterine Septum Surgery Open
The management of uterine septum is a highly controversial subject. There are conflicting reports on the benefits of the procedure. The lecture will attempt to analyse the primary reasons behind the controversy, and put forward a pragmatic…
View article: #366 : Adjuvants to Prevent Reformation of Adhesions Following Adhesiolysis for Asherman Syndrome
#366 : Adjuvants to Prevent Reformation of Adhesions Following Adhesiolysis for Asherman Syndrome Open
Background and aims: Two international guidelines published on the management of Asherman syndrome (AS) have made recommendations on various adjuvant methods to prevent intrauterine reformation. Nevertheless, the effectiveness of these met…
View article: #367 : The Use of Intrauterien Balloon Therapy in Reproductive Medicine and Surgery
#367 : The Use of Intrauterien Balloon Therapy in Reproductive Medicine and Surgery Open
Background and Aims: The use of balloon therapy in obstetric practice, especially in postpartum haemorrhage is well established and has recently been reviewed. However, little attention has been drawn regarding the use of intrauterine ball…
View article: Decrease in peripheral natural killer cell level during early pregnancy predicts live birth among women with unexplained recurrent pregnancy loss: a prospective cohort study
Decrease in peripheral natural killer cell level during early pregnancy predicts live birth among women with unexplained recurrent pregnancy loss: a prospective cohort study Open
View article: Biomarkers at 6 weeks' gestation in the prediction of early miscarriage in pregnancy following assisted reproductive technology
Biomarkers at 6 weeks' gestation in the prediction of early miscarriage in pregnancy following assisted reproductive technology Open
Introduction Miscarriage is a major concern in early pregnancy among women having conceived with assisted reproductive treatments. This study aimed to examine potential miscarriage‐related biophysical and biochemical markers at 6 weeks' ge…
View article: Recurrent MiscarriageGreen‐top Guideline No. 17
Recurrent MiscarriageGreen‐top Guideline No. 17 Open
Key recommendations In this guideline, recurrent miscarriage has been defined as three or more first trimester miscarriages. However, clinicians are encouraged to use their clinical discretion to recommend extensive evaluation after two fi…
View article: Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Radiotherapy Interruptions and Patient Outcomes
Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Radiotherapy Interruptions and Patient Outcomes Open
View article: Five-year retrospective review of ultrasound-guided manual vacuum aspiration for first-trimester miscarriage
Five-year retrospective review of ultrasound-guided manual vacuum aspiration for first-trimester miscarriage Open
Ultrasound-guided manual vacuum aspiration is a safe and effective method to manage first-trimester miscarriage. Although it currently is not extensively used in Hong Kong, its broader clinical application could avoid general anaesthesia a…
View article: A pilot investigation of low-pass genome sequencing identifying site-specific variation in chromosomal mosaicisms by a multiple site sampling approach in first-trimester miscarriages
A pilot investigation of low-pass genome sequencing identifying site-specific variation in chromosomal mosaicisms by a multiple site sampling approach in first-trimester miscarriages Open
STUDY QUESTION Can multiple-site low-pass genome sequencing (GS) of products of conception (POCs) improve the detection of genetic abnormalities, especially heterogeneously distributed mosaicism and homogeneously distributed mosaicism in f…
View article: iTRAQ-based Proteomic Analysis Unveils ACSL4 as a Novel Potential Regulator of Human Endometrial Receptivity
iTRAQ-based Proteomic Analysis Unveils ACSL4 as a Novel Potential Regulator of Human Endometrial Receptivity Open
Competent endometrial receptivity is a prerequisite for successful embryo implantation. Identification of novel key molecules involved in endometrial receptivity is essential to better interpret human implantation and improve pregnancy rat…
View article: Height-Variable Monocular Vision Ranging Technology for Smart Agriculture
Height-Variable Monocular Vision Ranging Technology for Smart Agriculture Open
Smart agriculture utilizes a variety of advanced technologies to promote sustainable agriculture and provide solutions for intelligent, automated and unmanned agriculture. Agricultural robots and related technologies are an important part …
View article: Blood Metal/Metalloid Concentration of Male Subjects Undergoing IVF/ICSI Treatment Outcomes: A Prospective Cohort Study
Blood Metal/Metalloid Concentration of Male Subjects Undergoing IVF/ICSI Treatment Outcomes: A Prospective Cohort Study Open
View article: β-Defensin 19/119 mediates sperm chemotaxis and is associated with idiopathic infertility
β-Defensin 19/119 mediates sperm chemotaxis and is associated with idiopathic infertility Open
Sperm chemotaxis is required for guiding sperm toward the egg. However, the molecular identity of physiological chemoattractant and its involvement in infertility remain elusive. Here, we identify DEFB19/119 (mouse/human orthologs) as a ph…
View article: Female Genital Tuberculosis: Clinical Presentation, Current Diagnosis, and Treatment
Female Genital Tuberculosis: Clinical Presentation, Current Diagnosis, and Treatment Open
Female genital tuberculosis is a disease caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis infection in the female reproductive tract. The disease burden among women leads to infertility is significant, especially in developing countries. The bacteria …
View article: The potential diagnostic use of clinical characteristics and mitochondrial DNA copy numbers of peripheral blood and ovarian tissue in polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) patient
The potential diagnostic use of clinical characteristics and mitochondrial DNA copy numbers of peripheral blood and ovarian tissue in polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) patient Open
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a complex, heterogeneous syndrome of uncertain etiology characterized by hyperandrogenemia, hyperinsulinemia, chronic anovulation, and polycystic ovaries. Recent studies showed that the abnormalities of …
View article: The microbiome and male infertility: looking into the past to move forward
The microbiome and male infertility: looking into the past to move forward Open
The human body harbours trillions of microbes, and their influence on human health has been explored in many parts of the human body, including the male reproductive system. From routine culturing to polymerise chain reaction (PCR) and hig…
View article: Myostatin: a multifunctional role in human female reproduction and fertility – a short review
Myostatin: a multifunctional role in human female reproduction and fertility – a short review Open