This week on Contemporary OB/GYN: November 28 to December 2
A look at what's coming to Contemporary OB/GYN this week.
Cancer survivors face heightened risk of bone fractures
An analysis of data from the Cancer Prevention Study-II suggests cancer survivors had a more than doubling in risk of frailty-related bone fractures than their counterparts without cancer.
HBsAg-positive status, excessive gestational weight gain risk factors for gestational diabetes mellitus
HBsAg-positive women with adequate gestational weight again among pre-pregnancy normal-weight women had a higher risk of gestational diabetes mellitus than HBs-Ag-negative women.
Many cases of new-onset postpartum hypertension go unnoticed for weeks
An analysis of deliveries occurring at the Boston Medical Center from 2016-2018 is providing clinicians with new insights into the risk of new-onset postpartum hypertension.
AAGL has officially begun: What to expect at this year's 51st Global Congress on MIGS
An inside look at our exclusive coverage at this year's 51st Global Congress on MIGS from the American Association of Gynecologic Laparoscopists (AAGL).
Check back soon for more updates!
Major congenital malformations not linked to first trimester tetracycline use
November 20th 2024A large population-based study found that first-trimester tetracycline exposure does not elevate the risk of major congenital malformations, though specific risks for nervous system and eye anomalies warrant further research.
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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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