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The OB’s role in HIV management in pregnancyMother-to-child transmission of HIV in the United States can be eliminated with the help of obstetricians.
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Flowchart: IUD insertionThis flowchart can help ensure a smooth procedure by helping the ob/gyn recognize potential challenges.
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Flowchart: IUD insertionThis flowchart can help ensure a smooth procedure by helping the ob/gyn recognize potential challenges.
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Beginner’s guide to single-gene testing in gynecologic careGynecologists are faced with a number of hereditary cancer tests. Understanding benefits and limits is key to counseling patients.
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Fertility banking – how secure is it?Recent cryopreservation tank failures have focused a spotlight on procedures used by IVF facilities to safeguard patients’ reproductive tissue. The information here may help ob/gyns and their patients better understand the processes, management, and maintenance of IVF systems.
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Long-term maternal benefits of breastfeedingThis article reviews recommendations for breastfeeding and current breastfeeding rates; positive maternal health outcomes associated with breastfeeding; and evidence-based practices that enable women to successfully achieve their breastfeeding goals.
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Long-term maternal benefits of breastfeedingThis article reviews recommendations for breastfeeding and current breastfeeding rates; positive maternal health outcomes associated with breastfeeding; and evidence-based practices that enable women to successfully achieve their breastfeeding goals.
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Common signs and symptoms of GSMGSM can be clinically detected in up to 90% of postmenopausal women undergoing evaluation but only one-third report vulvovaginal symptoms when surveyed.
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Eight telehealth considerationsAlthough there are numerous benefits to telehealth, there are also many things to consider when beginning or expanding a telehealth program or clinic, including for obstetrics and/or gynecology.
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Evaluation and management of polyhydramniosThis summary of SMFM Consult Series #46 reviews major considerations in evaluation and management of polyhydramnios.
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Society for Maternal-Fetal Medicine Consult Series #50: The role of activity restriction in obstetric managementLittle evidence supports the routine use of activity restriction for preterm birth and other obstetric conditions, and some data indicate adverse impact on obstetric outcomes.
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Evaluation and management of polyhydramniosThis summary of SMFM Consult Series #46 reviews major considerations in evaluation and management of polyhydramnios.
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Evaluation and management of polyhydramniosThis summary of SMFM Consult Series #46 reviews major considerations in evaluation and management of polyhydramnios.
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Responsible prescribing practicesPain relief can be life changing for patients with chronic pain, but ob/gyns need to be mindful of how to prescribe medication properly.
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Panel discussion: Impacts of climate change on women's healthSenior Editor Angie DeRosa sat down Drs. Bekkar, DeNicola, Pandipati and Abel to discuss findings from a recent study on the association with air pollution and heat exposure with adverse obstetrical outcomes, such as preterm birth and stillbirth.
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6 examples of neurodevelopmentally toxic chemicalsEnvironmental health occupies a unique place in perinatal and reproductive health counseling
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6 examples of neurodevelopmentally toxic chemicalsEnvironmental health occupies a unique place in perinatal and reproductive health counseling
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Is it possible to make OB coding less complicated?The sheer number of code options can be intimidating, but mastering a few concepts can alleviate some of the stress.
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Four steps for successful office hysteroscopyWhen selecting candidates for office hysteroscopy, individual patient self-assessment of pain tolerance and anxiety can help determine who would benefit most from an office-based procedure
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Using simulation technology to reduce maternal morbidityUse of simulation technology for training on labor and delivery is increasing and studies show it can help reduce complications such as perineal lacerations and brachial plexus injury.
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Society for Maternal-Fetal Medicine Consult Series #53: Intrahepatic Cholestasis of PregnancyIntrahepatic cholestasis of pregnancy (ICP) occurs in the second and third trimesters of pregnancy and is characterized by pruritus and elevated serum bile acid concentrations.
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Surgical wound classificationSurgical wound classification is an important predictor of postoperative surgical site infections and this will ensure that correct classification is recorded
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Surgical wound classificationSurgical wound classification is an important predictor of postoperative surgical site infections and this will ensure that correct classification is recorded
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Adenomyosis and its impact on fertilityComorbidities such as endometriosis can confound the picture in patients with adenomyosis, a condition that may lead to poor IVF outcomes.
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FDA approves Recarbrio for complicated UTI and intra-abdominal infectionsWhile the combination drug should only be used as a last resort, ob/gyns still need to be aware of its potential risk for pregnant and lactating patients.
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NCCN guidelines for genetic testingAlmost 25% of women with breast cancer have a family history of the disease and, those who do have a higher risk of developing cancer.
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Behavioral health in pregnancy and postpartumWomen with behavioral conditions need ongoing care through pregnancy and postpartum, but our health care system makes this a challenge
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Behavioral health in pregnancy and postpartumWomen with behavioral conditions need ongoing care through pregnancy and postpartum, but our health care system makes this a challenge
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Assessment and treatment of opioid use disorder in pregnancyAs the United States experiences an opioid crisis, how are pregnant individuals impacted?
