In case you missed it: March 14 to March 18
It's been a busy week for the Contemporary OB/GYN team.
Trending on TikTok: IUD insertion: Does it hurt?
TikTok user @midwifemama sparked a conversation about IUD insertion.
What TikTok could mean for adolescent mental health
TikTok has over 1 billion users and dominates youth culture. Is it damaging their mental health?
Appraisal of current uterine fibroid management guidelines
A study published in the BJOG: An International Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology reports a need for high-quality fibroid management and treatment guidelines.
Ultrasound for uterine fibroids
“Although traditional surgical treatments can resolve the clinical symptoms, they have many disadvantages, such as relatively large trauma, high chances of postoperative complications and long operation time,” wrote the authors of the review in the International Journal of Hyperthermia.
Endometriosis and preterm delivery: Should there be a warning?
There are a lot of things women can worry about during pregnancy, but a new study suggests that some mothers need even more warnings than others.
Chemoattractants in fetal membranes enhance leukocyte migration near term pregnancy
November 22nd 2024A recent study highlights the release of chemoattractants from human fetal membranes at term, driving leukocyte activation and migration, with implications for labor and postpartum recovery.
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Reproductive genetic carrier screening: A tool for reproductive decision-making
November 22nd 2024A new study highlights the efficacy of couple-based reproductive genetic carrier screening in improving reproductive decisions and outcomes, emphasizing its growing availability and acceptance among diverse populations.
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Early preterm birth risk linked to low PlGF levels during pregnancy screening
November 20th 2024New research highlights that low levels of placental growth factor during mid-pregnancy screening can effectively predict early preterm birth, offering a potential tool to enhance maternal and infant health outcomes.
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