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Three easy steps to providing mifepristoneFor ob/gyns who are seeking concrete steps to incorporate the newest evidence into practice, refer to these easy steps.
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Universal or selective cervical length screening?Doing nothing is no longer an option, say the authors. Cervical length assessment should be provided to a larger population of women to identify and treat those with cervical shortening.
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Universal or selective cervical length screening?Doing nothing is no longer an option, say the authors. Cervical length assessment should be provided to a larger population of women to identify and treat those with cervical shortening.
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Research Roundup--What’s new in psychosocial obstetrics and gynecologyA commentary on some of the best research in this field published in the past year
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Hormonal and Pharmaceutical Treatment ApproachesAn integral part of a treatment plan for managing sexual dysfunction in women is the use of hormonal and pharmaceutical agents, a variety of which are available.
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Is cervical insufficiency a true diagnosis?A debate at ACOG 2017 looks at whether cervical insufficiency should be abandoned as a diagnosis. Plus: A study presented at ACOG 2017 examines whether human papillomavirus is linked to preterm birth?
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Cervicovaginal microbiome and HPV progressionResults from a longitudinal study suggest that bacteria in the cervicovaginal microbiome (CVM) may play a role in risk of progression of high-risk human papillomavirus (HR-HPV) to cervical precancer.
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Exploring preconception, prenatal, and postpartum care for patients in their 50sAdvances in reproductive technology are making pregnancies over the age of 50 years possible, but they come with unique challenges, requiring tailored prenatal and postpartum care.
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Dr. James Greenberg's thoughts on the HTx Single-Use Scope SystemJames Greenberg, MD, shares his thoughts on the HTx Single-Use Scope System from Hologic.
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Improving health literacyOb/gyns can take simple steps to help patients understand their personal health information, promoting better outcomes.
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Who needs a fetal echocardiogram?A review of the risks, benefits, and indications for appropriate referral of fetal echocardiography
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Decreasing cesareans: VBAC and patient empowermentExpert commentary on Practice Bulletin No. 184: Vaginal Birth After Cesarean Delivery.
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5 steps to implementing an enhanced recovery pathwayAs value in healthcare becomes an increasing priority for healthcare systems, ERPs will play a vital role in improving the care provided to patients.
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Evidence-based cesarean delivery guidelinesReview the steps in a cesarean and take a moment to examine the best available evidence for performing the procedure.
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Evidence-based cesarean delivery guidelinesReview the steps in a cesarean and take a moment to examine the best available evidence for performing the procedure.
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OUD diagnostic criteriaIf a patient exhibits at least two of these 11 behaviors, it may signal a problematic pattern of opioid use leading to clinically significant impairment or distress.
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OUD diagnostic criteriaIf a patient exhibits at least two of these 11 behaviors, it may signal a problematic pattern of opioid use leading to clinically significant impairment or distress.
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Zika news, cautions and precautions for 2018Providers should be discussing Zika with their patients and educating them about preventive strategies as well as offering screening and testing to relevant populations of pregnant women.
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SMFM Consult Series 61: Anticoagulation in pregnant patients with cardiac diseaseView the latest recommendations from the Society for Maternal-Fetal Medicine on anticoagulation in pregnant patients with cardiac disease.
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SMFM Consult Series #56: Hepatitis C in pregnancy: updated guidelinesSMFM Consult Series #56: Hepatitis C in pregnancy: updated screening, treatment, and management guidelines.
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Hepatitis C in pregnancy: Screening, treatment, and managementIn the United States, 1% to 2.5% of pregnant women are infected with hepatitis C virus (HCV), which carries an approximately 5% risk of transmission from mother to infant. HCV can be transmitted to an infant in utero or during the peripartum period.
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SMFM Consult Series #56: Hepatitis C in pregnancy: updated guidelinesSMFM Consult Series #56: Hepatitis C in pregnancy: updated screening, treatment, and management guidelines.
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Key strategies for preventing hypertension-related maternal deathHypertensive disorders of pregnancy are among the leading contributors to maternal mortality worldwide, but up to 60% of hypertension-related maternal deaths are potentially preventable.
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Key strategies for preventing hypertension-related maternal deathHypertensive disorders of pregnancy are among the leading contributors to maternal mortality worldwide, but up to 60% of hypertension-related maternal deaths are potentially preventable.
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Motivational interviewing: Benefits and advice for busy physiciansTo improve health outcomes, today’s physicians must be able to communicate effectively with their patients. One approach many experts encourage physicians to use is motivational interviewing (MI), a series of techniques to get at the root of patient concerns and help encourage them to make healthy behavior changes.
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ACOG Guidelines at a Glance: Breast and Labial Surgery in AdolescentsExpert commentary on Committee Opinion 686: Breast and Labial Surgery in Adolescents.
