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Women diagnosed with Lynch syndrome, a condition often associated with colon cancer, also are at high risk for endometrial and ovarian cancers - both of which can be eliminated by having a prophylactic hysterectomy and oophorectomy (removal of the ovaries), according to a study published by researchers from The University of Texas M. D. Anderson Cancer Center in the Jan. 19 New England Journal of Medicine.

A Collaborative Transnational Pilot Survey of In vitro Fertilization Programs in the Middle East

Questions this month have been answered by:Simon Kipersztok, M.D OBGYN.net Editorial Advisor

When Outcome is a Balance:Methods to Measure Combined Utility for the Choice Between Induction of Labour andExpectant Management in Mild Risk Pregnancy at Term

For the Treatment of Stress Urinary Incontinence in Women:A Systematic Review

Understanding the pathophysiology of chemokine secretion in endometriosis may offer a novel area of therapeutic intervention. This study aimed to identify chemokines differentially expressed in epithelial glands in eutopic endometrium from normal women and those with endometriosis, and to establish the expression profiles of key chemokines in endometriotic lesions.

Interstitial cystitis (IC) is a chronic bladder disorder, with symptoms including pelvic and or perineal pain, urinary frequency, and urgency.

Serum Estradiol/progesterone Ratio on Day of Embryo Transfer May Predict Reproductive OutcomeFollowing Controlled Ovarian Hyperstimulation and In vitro Fertilization

Evaluation of an Electronic Diary as a Diagnostic Tool to Study Headache and Premenstrual Symptoms in Migraineurs

The First World Congress On: Controversies in Obstetrics, Gynecology & InfertilityPrague, Czech Republic - 1999

The First World Congress On: Controversies in Obstetrics, Gynecology & InfertilityPrague, Czech Republic - 1999

The First World Congress On: Controversies in Obstetrics, Gynecology & InfertilityPrague, Czech Republic - 1999

It is apparent that male infertility is associated with mild to moderate expansion of the CAG trinucleotide repeat in the transactivation domain of the androgen receptor gene.

The First World Congress On: Controversies in Obstetrics, Gynecology & InfertilityPrague, Czech Republic - 1999

The First World Congress On: Controversies in Obstetrics, Gynecology & InfertilityPrague, Czech Republic - 1999

The First World Congress On: Controversies in Obstetrics, Gynecology & InfertilityPrague, Czech Republic - 1999

The First World Congress On: Controversies in Obstetrics, Gynecology & InfertilityPrague, Czech Republic - 1999

The First World Congress On: Controversies in Obstetrics, Gynecology & InfertilityPrague, Czech Republic - 1999

The First World Congress On: Controversies in Obstetrics, Gynecology & InfertilityPrague, Czech Republic - 1999

The First World Congress On: Controversies in Obstetrics, Gynecology & InfertilityPrague, Czech Republic - 1999

The First World Congress On: Controversies in Obstetrics, Gynecology & InfertilityPrague, Czech Republic - 1999

Implantation is a complicated process that involves adequate preparation of the endometrium.

The First World Congress On: Controversies in Obstetrics, Gynecology & InfertilityPrague, Czech Republic - 1999

The First World Congress On: Controversies in Obstetrics, Gynecology & InfertilityPrague, Czech Republic - 1999

The effect of Total Mesorectal Excision (TME) on sexual function in the male is well documented. However, there is little literature in female patients.

Body Mass Index, Percent Body Fat, and Regional Body Fat Distribution in Relation to Leptin Concentrations in Healthy,Non-Smoking Postmenopausal Women in a Feeding Study

Women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) are considered to be at increased risk of miscarriage.

Successful Obstetrical Management of 110-day Intertwin Delivery Interval Without Cerclage:Counseling and Conservative Management Approach to Extreme Asynchronous Twin Birth

As the year 2005 approaches, the American Institute of Ultrasound in Medicine (AIUM) will be celebrating 50 remarkable years of excellence in ultrasound. During the time leading up to our 50th anniversary celebration, we will be highlighting our remembrance of the early days up to the present day activities of the AIUM.

This article is dedicated to our teacher in gynaecological laparoscopy and dear friend who died after a long illness on July 16th, 2003.