This week on Contemporary OB/GYN®: Nov. 1 to Nov. 5
Here's what's coming up this week on Contemporary OB/GYN®
FDA approves vaccine in children aged 5 to 11
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has amended the emergency use authorization of the Pfizer/BioNTech vaccine to include children aged 5 to 11 years.
Recruitment to Phase 2 Trial Examining PDS0101 Triplet in HPV Cancers Temporarily Suspended
The clinical-stage immunotherapy company PDS Biotechnology Corporation has announced the temporary suspension of recruitment to the National Cancer Institute–led phase 2 trial, which is evaluating a novel triplet combination comprised of PDS0101 and 2 immunomodulating agents in patients with advanced human papillomavirus cancers.
Extended treatment with 5 years of letrozole significantly improves disease-free survival
The extended use of aromatase inhibitor therapy beyond 5 years remains controversial. However, a new study found that extending letrozole use significantly improves disease-free survival in postmenopausal patients with breast cancer.
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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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Improved maternal cardiac arrest management reported from Obstetric Life Support training
November 19th 2024A study found that Obstetric Life Support education significantly improves health care providers' readiness and outcomes in maternal cardiac arrest management, advocating for broader implementation.
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IUD placement within 48 hours nonsuperior vs 2 to 4 weeks after abortion
November 19th 2024A study reveals no significant difference in 6-month intrauterine device use between placements within 48 hours or 2 to 4 weeks after a second-trimester abortion, though earlier placement carries a higher expulsion risk.
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