Explore the efficacy of Pivya (pivmecillinam; Utility Therapeutics) tablets in managing uncomplicated urinary tract infections in female adults, supported by controlled clinical trials and safety considerations.

Dive into the latest statistics from the Society for Assisted Reproductive Technology, revealing a 6% increase in in vitro fertilization cycles and a surge in egg freezing, amidst a landscape of rising fertility service demand and evolving clinical practices.

A recent large-scale study challenged age-related concerns, suggesting hormone therapy may offer safety and even benefits for menopausal women aged over 65 years, aligning with The Menopause Society's 2022 Position Statement.

Explore the latest Commonwealth Fund report revealing persistent racial inequities in health care access and outcomes, prompting urgent calls for targeted policy interventions and systemic reform.

Recent research evaluated the impact of maternal hyperoxygenation on neonatal Apgar scores, revealing no significant enhancement in outcomes among women with pathologic fetal heart rate tracing and suggesting limited efficacy of hyperoxygenation therapy in this context.

A recent study revealed that patients with untreated or new-onset hypertension face elevated chances of uterine fibroid diagnosis, underscoring the potential of antihypertensive therapy in mitigating this risk among midlife individuals.

A recent study explored the correlation between placental histologic types and recurrent preterm birth risk, shedding light on potential predictive factors for obstetric outcomes.

Review some of the top stories from the Contemporary OB/GYN website over the last week, and catch up on anything you may have missed.

A recent study delved into the intricate clusters of term preeclampsia, shedding light on its diverse manifestations and the pivotal role of intravascular inflammation, paving the way for improved classification and management strategies.

Discover how maternal vascular indices at 35 to 37 weeks' gestation offer crucial predictive value for identifying preeclampsia risk.

A recent suggests that implementing a personalized opioid prescription protocol significantly reduces total morphine milligram equivalents and the number of opioid tablets prescribed at discharge following cesarean delivery.

A recent study revealed that women who experience major adverse pregnancy outcomes face heightened long-term mortality risks, shedding light on the need for comprehensive understanding and preventative measures in women's health.

A recent meta-analysis suggests sex as a modifying factor in the development of ABCA4-associated retinopathy, revealing a higher proportion of women among individuals with a mild reduced penetrant ABCA4 variant, impacting prognosis predictions and recurrence risks.

Discover how cutting-edge single-cell RNA sequencing unveils molecular insights into placenta accreta spectrum disorders, potentially revolutionizing diagnostics and treatments for this life-threatening pregnancy complication.

Mitchell Creinin, MD, sheds lights on the association between combined oral contraceptives and breast cancer risk, offering valuable insights for clinicians and patients alike.

A recent study highlighted factors impacting increased maternal mortality rates in the United States, shedding light on the repercussions of altered surveillance methods on statistics accuracy.

Investigating genetic correlations and shared loci sheds light on potential causal relationships between reproductive traits and uterine leiomyomata, offering insights into their complex interplay and urging further mechanistic exploration.

A recent study found that COVID-19 infections within 10 weeks after embryo transfer show no correlation with in vitro fertilization pregnancy outcomes.

A study recently published in Nature Mental Health found how social stress in adolescence can have long-lasting effects in female mice, with implications for postpartum depression (PPD) in humans.

A recent study found that human papillomavirus vaccination when aged under 20 years, coupled with active surveillance for cervical intraepithelial neoplasia grade 2, significantly lowers the risk of cervical intraepithelial neoplasia grade 3 or cervical cancer.

Discover how health-related social needs, such as transportation access and financial constraints, hinder mammogram uptake among women aged 50 to 74 years.

Delve into the nuanced risks of venous thromboembolism and major bleeding post-gynecologic noncancer surgery, exploring procedure-specific variations and the implications for thromboprophylaxis strategies.

Review some of the top stories from the Contemporary OB/GYN website over the last week, and catch up on anything you may have missed.

A recent study revealed that employing maternal heart rate monitoring alongside fetal heart rate monitoring during labor significantly decreases the incidence of neonatal encephalopathy and severe neonatal acidemia.

Investigating the impact of prenatal vitamin C supplementation on lung function and wheeze occurrence in offspring of pregnant smokers, revealing insights into mitigating respiratory risks.