Evaluation of an Electronic Consultation Service in Obstetrics and Gynecology in Ontario Shehata, Fady; Posner, Glenn; Afkham, Amir; More Shehata, Fady; Posner, Glenn; Afkham, Amir; Liddy, Clare; Keely, Erin Less Obstetrics & Gynecology. 127(6):1033-1038, June 2016. Abstract Abstract In Brief In Brief Favorite PDF Permissions Go to Full Text of this Article In Brief: An electronic consultation service in Ontario is effective in reducing the number of traditional consults requested by primary care providers and is well-received. Go to Full Text of this Article Free
Quality of Life and Sexual Function 2 Years After Vaginal Surgery for Prolapse Lukacz, Emily S.; Warren, Lauren Klein; Richter, Holly E.; More Lukacz, Emily S.; Warren, Lauren Klein; Richter, Holly E.; Brubaker, Linda; Barber, Matthew D.; Norton, Peggy; Weidner, Alison C.; Nguyen, John N.; Gantz, Marie G. Less Obstetrics & Gynecology. 127(6):1071-1079, June 2016. Abstract Abstract In Brief In Brief Favorite PDF Permissions In Brief: Uterosacral and sacrospinous transvaginal vault suspensions similarly improve quality of life with low rates of dyspareunia. Buy SDC
Prevention, Recognition, and Management of Urologic Injuries During Gynecologic Surgery Sharp, Howard T.; Adelman, Marisa R. Sharp, Howard T.; Adelman, Marisa R. Less Obstetrics & Gynecology. 127(6):1085-1096, June 2016. Abstract Abstract In Brief In Brief Favorite PDF Permissions In Brief: Prevention, prompt recognition, and management of urologic injuries after gynecologic surgery will reduce the risks of fistula formation and loss of renal function. Buy SDC
Medical Device Approvals Through the Premarket Approval Pathway in Obstetrics and Gynecology From 2000 to 2015: Process and Problems Walter, Jessica R.; Hayman, Emily; Tsai, Shelun; More Walter, Jessica R.; Hayman, Emily; Tsai, Shelun; Ghobadi, Comeron W.; Xu, Shuai Less Obstetrics & Gynecology. 127(6):1110-1117, June 2016. Abstract Abstract In Brief In Brief Favorite PDF Permissions In Brief: U.S. Food and Drug Administration approvals of high-risk obstetrics and gynecology devices should be based on more rigorous clinical studies with greater postmarketing surveillance. Buy
Clinical Characteristics and Management of Neovaginal Fistulas After Vaginoplasty in Transgender Women van der Sluis, Wouter B.; Bouman, Mark-Bram; Buncamper, Marlon E.; More van der Sluis, Wouter B.; Bouman, Mark-Bram; Buncamper, Marlon E.; Pigot, Garry L.S.; Mullender, Margriet G.; Meijerink, Wilhelmus J.H.J. Less Obstetrics & Gynecology. 127(6):1118-1126, June 2016. Abstract Abstract In Brief In Brief Favorite PDF Permissions In Brief: Fistula formation after vaginoplasty in transgender women is a rare complication that can be treated surgically with few complications and without loss of neovaginal function. Buy
Using Bundled Interventions to Reduce Surgical Site Infection After Major Gynecologic Cancer Surgery Johnson, Megan P.; Kim, Sharon J.; Langstraat, Carrie L.; More Johnson, Megan P.; Kim, Sharon J.; Langstraat, Carrie L.; Jain, Sneha; Habermann, Elizabeth B.; Wentink, Jean E.; Grubbs, Pamela L.; Nehring, Sharon A.; Weaver, Amy L.; McGree, Michaela E.; Cima, Robert R.; Dowdy, Sean C.; Bakkum-Gamez, Jamie N. Less Obstetrics & Gynecology. 127(6):1135-1144, June 2016. Abstract Abstract In Brief In Brief Favorite PDF Permissions Go to Full Text of this Article In Brief: Implementation of an evidence-based intervention bundle is associated with a reduction in surgical site infection rates after laparotomies for uterine and ovarian cancer. Go to Full Text of this Article Free
Evaluation of Smartphone Menstrual Cycle Tracking Applications Using an Adapted APPLICATIONS Scoring System Moglia, Michelle L.; Nguyen, Henry V.; Chyjek, Kathy; More Moglia, Michelle L.; Nguyen, Henry V.; Chyjek, Kathy; Chen, Katherine T.; Castaño, Paula M. Less Obstetrics & Gynecology. 127(6):1153-1160, June 2016. Abstract Abstract In Brief In Brief Favorite PDF Permissions In Brief: Of many free menstrual cycle tracking applications for patient use, few are accurate, cite medical literature, or were created by health care professionals. Buy
Practice Bulletin No. 164: Diagnosis and Management of Benign Breast Disorders Less Obstetrics & Gynecology. 127(6):e141-e156, June 2016. Abstract Abstract Favorite PDF Permissions Buy
Committee Opinion No. 663: Aromatase Inhibitors in Gynecologic Practice Less Obstetrics & Gynecology. 127(6):e170-e174, June 2016. Abstract Abstract Favorite PDF Permissions Go to Full Text of this Article Free
Committee Opinion No. 665: Guidelines for Adolescent Health Research Less Obstetrics & Gynecology. 127(6):e183-e186, June 2016. Abstract Abstract Favorite PDF Permissions Go to Full Text of this Article Free
Committee Opinion No. 666: Optimizing Postpartum Care Less Obstetrics & Gynecology. 127(6):e187-e192, June 2016. Abstract Abstract Favorite PDF Permissions Go to Full Text of this Article Free
2015 Pitkin Award and 2015 Kaminetzky Prize Paper Less Obstetrics & Gynecology. 127(5):815-816, May 2016. Favorite PDF Permissions Buy
Accelerated Menopause With Ovary-Sparing Hysterectomy? Hansen, Keith A. Hansen, Keith A. Less Obstetrics & Gynecology. 127(5):817-818, May 2016. Favorite PDF Permissions Buy
Association of Ovary-Sparing Hysterectomy With Ovarian Reserve Trabuco, Emanuel C.; Moorman, Patricia G.; Algeciras-Schimnich, Alicia; More Trabuco, Emanuel C.; Moorman, Patricia G.; Algeciras-Schimnich, Alicia; Weaver, Amy L.; Cliby, William A. Less Obstetrics & Gynecology. 127(5):819-827, May 2016. Abstract Abstract In Brief In Brief Favorite PDF Permissions Go to Full Text of this Article In Brief: Women with ovary-sparing hysterectomy have a greater percentage decrease in antimüllerian hormone levels after 1 year compared with referent women, suggesting surgery-related ovarian damage. Go to Full Text of this Article Free
Association Between Menopausal Estrogen-Only Therapy and Ovarian Carcinoma Risk Lee, Alice W.; Ness, Roberta B.; Roman, Lynda D.; More Lee, Alice W.; Ness, Roberta B.; Roman, Lynda D.; Terry, Kathryn L.; Schildkraut, Joellen M.; Chang-Claude, Jenny; Doherty, Jennifer A.; Menon, Usha; Cramer, Daniel W.; Gayther, Simon A.; Risch, Harvey; Gentry-Maharaj, Aleksandra; Goodman, Marc T.; Modugno, Francesmary; Eilber, Ursula; Moysich, Kirsten B.; Berchuck, Andrew; Rossing, Mary Anne; Jensen, Allan; Wicklund, Kristine G.; Cushing-Haugen, Kara L.; Hogdall, Estrid; Rudolph, Anja; Thompson, Pamela J.; Wilkens, Lynne R.; Kjaer, Susanne K.; Carney, Michael E.; Stram, Daniel O.; Ramus, Susan J.; Wu, Anna H.; Pike, Malcolm C.; Pearce, Celeste Leigh; on behalf of the Ovarian Cancer Association Consortium Less Obstetrics & Gynecology. 127(5):828-836, May 2016. Abstract Abstract In Brief In Brief Favorite PDF Permissions In Brief: Menopausal estrogen-only therapy use is significantly associated with increased risk of serous and endometrioid ovarian carcinomas, especially among current, long-term users. Buy SDC
Hormone Use After Nonserous Epithelial Ovarian Cancer: Overall and Disease-Free Survival Power, Laura; Lefas, Georgia; Lambert, Pascal; More Power, Laura; Lefas, Georgia; Lambert, Pascal; Kim, Diane; Evaniuk, Debra; Lotocki, Robert; Dean, Erin; Nachtigal, Mark W.; Altman, Alon D. Less Obstetrics & Gynecology. 127(5):837-847, May 2016. Abstract Abstract In Brief In Brief Favorite PDF Permissions In Brief: After treatment for nonserous epithelial ovarian cancer, hormone therapy is not associated with decreased disease-free or overall survival. Buy
Evaluation and Management of Ultrasonographically Detected Ovarian Tumors in Asymptomatic Women van Nagell, John Rensselaer Jr; Miller, Rachel Ware van Nagell, John Rensselaer Jr; Miller, Rachel Ware Less Obstetrics & Gynecology. 127(5):848-858, May 2016. Abstract Abstract In Brief In Brief Favorite PDF Permissions In Brief: The combination of high-resolution ultrasonography, tumor morphology indexing, and serum biomarker analysis provides accurate assessment of risk of malignancy in ovarian tumors. Buy SDC
Congenital Megaureter Presenting in an Adult as a Vaginal Wall Cyst Eubanks, Allison A.; Gonzalez, Hector M. Eubanks, Allison A.; Gonzalez, Hector M. Less Obstetrics & Gynecology. 127(5):859-861, May 2016. Abstract Abstract In Brief In Brief Favorite PDF Permissions In Brief: Congenital megaureter with ectopic vaginal insertion presents in an adult woman as a vaginal wall cyst with cyclic pain and discharge. Buy
Providing Care for the Whole Patient: The Long-Term View Liu, Constance W. Liu, Constance W. Less Obstetrics & Gynecology. 127(5):957-958, May 2016. In Brief In Brief Favorite PDF Permissions In Brief: This essay is the winner of a contest sponsored by the American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists' Junior Fellow Congress Advisory Council. Buy
Committee Opinion No. 662 Summary: Breast and Labial Surgery in Adolescents Less Obstetrics & Gynecology. 127(5):982, May 2016. Favorite PDF Permissions Buy
Zika Virus and Pregnancy: What Obstetric Health Care Providers Need to Know Meaney-Delman, Dana; Rasmussen, Sonja A.; Staples, J. Erin; More Meaney-Delman, Dana; Rasmussen, Sonja A.; Staples, J. Erin; Oduyebo, Titilope; Ellington, Sascha R.; Petersen, Emily E.; Fischer, Marc; Jamieson, Denise J. Less Obstetrics & Gynecology. 127(4):642-648, April 2016. Abstract Abstract In Brief In Brief Favorite PDF Permissions Go to Full Text of this Article In Brief: Obstetrician–gynecologists should know about Zika virus infection, its possible association with microcephaly, and the guidance for pregnant women during a Zika virus outbreak. Go to Full Text of this Article Free
Local Access to Family Planning Services and Female High School Dropout Rates Hicks-Courant, Katherine; Schwartz, Aaron L. Hicks-Courant, Katherine; Schwartz, Aaron L. Less Obstetrics & Gynecology. 127(4):699-705, April 2016. Abstract Abstract In Brief In Brief Favorite PDF Permissions Go to Full Text of this Article In Brief: Geographic access to Planned Parenthood clinics is associated with a significant decrease in female high school dropout rates and childbearing. Go to Full Text of this Article Free
Child Brides, Forced Marriage, and Partner Violence in America: Tip of an Iceberg Revealed McFarlane, Judith; Nava, Angeles; Gilroy, Heidi; More McFarlane, Judith; Nava, Angeles; Gilroy, Heidi; Maddoux, John Less Obstetrics & Gynecology. 127(4):706-713, April 2016. Abstract Abstract In Brief In Brief Favorite PDF Permissions In Brief: One in six women reporting intimate partner violence also report a forced marriage attempt, with 45% aged younger than 18 years at the time of the attempt. Buy
2015 ISSVD, ISSWSH and IPPS Consensus Terminology and Classification of Persistent Vulvar Pain and Vulvodynia Bornstein, Jacob; Goldstein, Andrew T.; Stockdale, Colleen K.; More Bornstein, Jacob; Goldstein, Andrew T.; Stockdale, Colleen K.; Bergeron, Sophie; Pukall, Caroline; Zolnoun, Denniz; Coady, Deborah; on behalf of the consensus vulvar pain terminology committee of the International Society for the Study of Vulvovaginal Disease (ISSVD), the Internati Less Obstetrics & Gynecology. 127(4):745-751, April 2016. Abstract Abstract In Brief In Brief Favorite PDF Permissions In Brief: In 2015, the ISSVD, ISSWSH, and IPPS adopted a new vulvar pain and vulvodynia terminology acknowledging the complexity of their etiology. Buy
Prognostic Factors for Morcellation During Vaginal Hysterectomy Wasson, Megan; Butler, Kristina; Magtibay, Paul; More Wasson, Megan; Butler, Kristina; Magtibay, Paul; Temkit, M'hamed; Magrina, Javier Less Obstetrics & Gynecology. 127(4):752-757, April 2016. Abstract Abstract In Brief In Brief Favorite PDF Permissions In Brief: Factors associated with morcellation at the time of vaginal hysterectomy are absence of prior vaginal delivery, absence of prolapse, presence of leiomyoma, and an enlarged uterus. Buy
The Role of Social Networks, Medical–Legal Climate, and Patient Advocacy on Surgical Options: A New Era Tracy, Erin E.; Bortoletto, Pietro Tracy, Erin E.; Bortoletto, Pietro Less Obstetrics & Gynecology. 127(4):758-762, April 2016. Abstract Abstract In Brief In Brief Favorite PDF Permissions In Brief: Physicians should advocate for their patients and work to both develop and protect availability of safe technologies regardless of outside pressures that contradict good science. Buy
What Is New in Prevention of Ovarian Cancer?: Best Articles From the Past Year Schorge, John O. Schorge, John O. Less Obstetrics & Gynecology. 127(4):795-796, April 2016. Abstract Abstract Favorite PDF Permissions Buy
Committee Opinion No. 661 Summary: Integrating Immunizations Into Practice Less Obstetrics & Gynecology. 127(4):813-814, April 2016. Favorite PDF Permissions Free
Waiting to Conceive After an Early Pregnancy Loss Hurd, William W. Hurd, William W. Less Obstetrics & Gynecology. 127(2):197-198, February 2016. Favorite PDF Permissions Buy
Trying to Conceive After an Early Pregnancy Loss: An Assessment on How Long Couples Should Wait Schliep, Karen C.; Mitchell, Emily M.; Mumford, Sunni L.; More Schliep, Karen C.; Mitchell, Emily M.; Mumford, Sunni L.; Radin, Rose G.; Zarek, Shvetha M.; Sjaarda, Lindsey; Schisterman, Enrique F. Less Obstetrics & Gynecology. 127(2):204-212, February 2016. Abstract Abstract In Brief In Brief Favorite PDF Permissions In Brief: Couples who begin trying to conceive within 3 months compared with greater than 3 months after an early pregnancy loss have a higher probability of achieving a live birth. Buy
Utilization of Clinical Trials Registries in Obstetrics and Gynecology Systematic Reviews Bibens, Michael E.; Chong, A. Benjamin; Vassar, Matt Bibens, Michael E.; Chong, A. Benjamin; Vassar, Matt Less Obstetrics & Gynecology. 127(2):248-253, February 2016. Abstract Abstract In Brief In Brief Favorite PDF Permissions In Brief: Clinical trials registries are underused in obstetric and gynecologic systematic reviews. Buy
The 2015 International Society for the Study of Vulvovaginal Disease (ISSVD) Terminology of Vulvar Squamous Intraepithelial Lesions Bornstein, Jacob; Bogliatto, Fabrizio; Haefner, Hope K.; More Bornstein, Jacob; Bogliatto, Fabrizio; Haefner, Hope K.; Stockdale, Colleen K.; Preti, Mario; Bohl, Tanja G.; Reutter, Jason; for the ISSVD Terminology Committee Less Obstetrics & Gynecology. 127(2):264-268, February 2016. Abstract Abstract In Brief In Brief Favorite PDF Permissions In Brief: The 2015 ISSVD terminology of vulvar squamous intraepithelial lesions resolves concerns raised with regard to application of the Lower Anogenital Squamous Terminology to vulvar lesions. Buy
Resection and Advancement Flap Closure of a Combined Vascular Malformation of the Mons Pubis Zhao, Lulu X.; Schmidt, Payton C.; Sciallis, Andrew P.; More Zhao, Lulu X.; Schmidt, Payton C.; Sciallis, Andrew P.; Breed, Christopher A.; Haefner, Hope K. Less Obstetrics & Gynecology. 127(2):269-272, February 2016. Abstract Abstract In Brief In Brief Favorite PDF Permissions In Brief: A rare combined vascular malformation of the mons pubis is successfully treated with surgical resection using a meshed advancement flap. Buy
Alterations in the Genital Microbiota in Women With Spinal Cord Injury Pires, Cristhiane V.G.; Linhares, Iara M.; Serzedello, Felipe; More Pires, Cristhiane V.G.; Linhares, Iara M.; Serzedello, Felipe; Fukazawa, Eiko I.; Baracat, Edmund C.; Witkin, Steven S. Less Obstetrics & Gynecology. 127(2):273-278, February 2016. Abstract Abstract In Brief In Brief Favorite PDF Permissions In Brief: Women with spinal cord injuries have lower vaginal levels of Lactobacilli spp. and higher levels of Candida spp. Corynebacterium spp., and Escherichia coli. Buy
Hospital Variation in the Practice of Bilateral Salpingectomy With Ovarian Conservation in 2012 Xu, Xiao; Desai, Vrunda Bhavsar Xu, Xiao; Desai, Vrunda Bhavsar Less Obstetrics & Gynecology. 127(2):297-305, February 2016. Abstract Abstract In Brief In Brief Favorite PDF Permissions In Brief: In 2012, 5.9% of low-risk women undergoing benign hysterectomies received bilateral salpingectomy with ovarian conservation, with the rate ranging widely among hospitals (0–72.2%). Buy SDC
Effect of Immediate Compared With Delayed Insertion of Etonogestrel Implants on Medical Abortion Efficacy and Repeat Pregnancy: A Randomized Controlled Trial Raymond, Elizabeth G.; Weaver, Mark A.; Tan, Yi-Ling; More Raymond, Elizabeth G.; Weaver, Mark A.; Tan, Yi-Ling; Louie, Karmen S.; Bousiéguez, Manuel; Lugo-Hernández, Elba M.; Aranguré-Peraza, Ana Gabriela; Sanhueza, Patricio; Kaplan, Clair; Sonalkar, Sarita; Goldberg, Alisa B.; Culwell, Kelly R.; Memmel, Lisa; Jamshidi, Roxanne; Winikoff, Beverly Less Obstetrics & Gynecology. 127(2):306-312, February 2016. Abstract Abstract In Brief In Brief Favorite PDF Permissions In Brief: Compared with delayed insertion, insertion of etonogestrel implants with mifepristone did not increase medical abortion failure risk by 5 percentage points or greater but did increase satisfaction. Buy
Medication Abortion Through Telemedicine: Implications of a Ruling by the Iowa Supreme Court Yang, Y. Tony; Kozhimannil, Katy B. Yang, Y. Tony; Kozhimannil, Katy B. Less Obstetrics & Gynecology. 127(2):313-316, February 2016. Abstract Abstract In Brief In Brief Favorite PDF Permissions In Brief: The Iowa Supreme Court decision on telemedicine abortion emphasized that available science, not political rhetoric, should drive America's telemedicine policies. Buy
Using Three-Dimensional Printing to Fabricate a Tubing Connector for Dilation and Evacuation Stitely, Michael L.; Paterson, Helen Stitely, Michael L.; Paterson, Helen Less Obstetrics & Gynecology. 127(2):317-319, February 2016. Abstract Abstract In Brief In Brief Favorite PDF Permissions In Brief: Three-dimensional printing technology can fabricate a custom tubing connector for use in dilation and evacuation procedures. Buy
Prophylactic Antibiotic Choice and Risk of Surgical Site Infection After Hysterectomy Uppal, Shitanshu; Harris, John; Al-Niaimi, Ahmed; More Uppal, Shitanshu; Harris, John; Al-Niaimi, Ahmed; Swenson, Carolyn W.; Pearlman, Mark D.; Reynolds, R. Kevin; Kamdar, Neil; Bazzi, Ali; Campbell, Darrell A.; Morgan, Daniel M. Less Obstetrics & Gynecology. 127(2):321-329, February 2016. Abstract Abstract In Brief In Brief Favorite PDF Permissions In Brief: Prophylaxis with either recommended alternative or nonstandard antibiotics was associated with higher rates of surgical site infection after hysterectomy compared with β-lactam antibiotics. Buy SDC
Predicting Risk of Urinary Incontinence and Adverse Events After Midurethral Sling Surgery in Women Jelovsek, J. Eric; Hill, Audra Jolyn; Chagin, Kevin M.; More Jelovsek, J. Eric; Hill, Audra Jolyn; Chagin, Kevin M.; Kattan, Michael W.; Barber, Matthew D. Less Obstetrics & Gynecology. 127(2):330-340, February 2016. Abstract Abstract In Brief In Brief Favorite PDF Permissions In Brief: Four models can discriminate between women who will and will not develop urinary incontinence and adverse events after midurethral sling surgery 55–73% of the time. Buy SDC
Anatomical Cystocele Recurrence: Development and Internal Validation of a Prediction Model Vergeldt, Tineke F.M.; van Kuijk, Sander M.J.; Notten, Kim J.B.; More Vergeldt, Tineke F.M.; van Kuijk, Sander M.J.; Notten, Kim J.B.; Kluivers, Kirsten B.; Weemhoff, Mirjam Less Obstetrics & Gynecology. 127(2):341-347, February 2016. Abstract Abstract In Brief In Brief Favorite PDF Permissions In Brief: A prediction model, including history of assisted delivery, preoperative stage, number of compartments, levator defects, and levator hiatus, estimates the risk of anatomical cystocele recurrence. Buy
Vaginal Swab Test Compared With the Urethral Q-tip Test for Urethral Mobility Measurement: A Randomized Controlled Trial Meyer, Isuzu; Szychowski, Jeff M.; Illston, Jana D.; More Meyer, Isuzu; Szychowski, Jeff M.; Illston, Jana D.; Parden, Alison M.; Richter, Holly E. Less Obstetrics & Gynecology. 127(2):348-352, February 2016. Abstract Abstract In Brief In Brief Favorite PDF Permissions In Brief: The vaginal cotton-tipped swab test is equivalent to the standard urethral Q-tip test in measuring urethral mobility with less discomfort and is preferred by patients. Buy
Short-Term Efficacy of Trichloroacetic Acid in the Treatment of Cervical Intraepithelial Neoplasia Geisler, Stephanie; Speiser, Sophie; Speiser, Lukas; More Geisler, Stephanie; Speiser, Sophie; Speiser, Lukas; Heinze, Georg; Rosenthal, Adam; Speiser, Paul Less Obstetrics & Gynecology. 127(2):353-359, February 2016. Abstract Abstract In Brief In Brief Favorite PDF Permissions In Brief: A high regression and remission rate and a high human papillomavirus clearance rate can be observed 8 weeks after trichloroacetic acid treatment for cervical intraepithelial neoplasia. Buy
Vaginal and Rectal Clostridium sordellii and Clostridium perfringens Presence Among Women in the United States Chong, Erica; Winikoff, Beverly; Charles, Dyanna; More Chong, Erica; Winikoff, Beverly; Charles, Dyanna; Agnew, Kathy; Prentice, Jennifer L.; Limbago, Brandi M.; Platais, Ingrida; Louie, Karmen; Jones, Heidi E.; Shannon, Caitlin; for the NCT01283828 Study Team Less Obstetrics & Gynecology. 127(2):360-368, February 2016. Abstract Abstract In Brief In Brief Favorite PDF Permissions In Brief: The rare and transient nature of clostridial presence in the vagina and rectum makes it inadvisable to use screening or prophylactic approaches to prevent infection. Buy SDC
Universal Cystoscopy After Benign Hysterectomy: Examining the Effects of an Institutional Policy Chi, Alice M.; Curran, Diana S.; Morgan, Daniel M.; More Chi, Alice M.; Curran, Diana S.; Morgan, Daniel M.; Fenner, Dee E.; Swenson, Carolyn W. Less Obstetrics & Gynecology. 127(2):369-375, February 2016. Abstract Abstract In Brief In Brief Favorite PDF Permissions In Brief: Universal cystoscopy at the time of benign hysterectomy is associated with decreased rates of delayed urologic complications. Buy
Industry Payments to Obstetrician–Gynecologists: An Analysis of 2014 Open Payments Data Tierney, Nicole M.; Saenz, Cheryl; McHale, Michael; More Tierney, Nicole M.; Saenz, Cheryl; McHale, Michael; Ward, Kristy; Plaxe, Steven Less Obstetrics & Gynecology. 127(2):376-382, February 2016. Abstract Abstract In Brief In Brief Favorite PDF Permissions Go to Full Text of this Article In Brief: A significant proportion of 2014 industry payments went to obstetrician–gynecologists; physician awareness of their payments is crucial to the transparency process and to maintaining payment accuracy. Go to Full Text of this Article Free
Reproductive Health Management for the Care of Women Veterans Zephyrin, Laurie C. Zephyrin, Laurie C. Less Obstetrics & Gynecology. 127(2):383-392, February 2016. Abstract Abstract In Brief In Brief Favorite PDF Permissions In Brief: Women veterans have unique reproductive health care needs that may be shaped by their military experiences and coexisting medical or mental health conditions. Buy
Definitions of Obstetric and Gynecologic Hospitalists McCue, Brigid; Fagnant, Robert; Townsend, Arthur; More McCue, Brigid; Fagnant, Robert; Townsend, Arthur; Morgan, Meredith; Gandhi-List, Shefali; Colegrove, Tanner; Stosur, Harriet; Olson, Rob; Meyer, Karenmarie; Lin, Andrew; Tessmer-Tuck, Jennifer Less Obstetrics & Gynecology. 127(2):393-397, February 2016. Abstract Abstract In Brief In Brief Favorite PDF Permissions In Brief: We recommend definitions for obstetric hospitalist, obstetric and gynecologic hospitalist, and obstetric and gynecologic hospitalist medicine practices, facilitating communication, program implementation, and research. Buy
Happy New Year From the Green Journal Chescheir, Nancy C. Chescheir, Nancy C. Less Obstetrics & Gynecology. 127(1):1-2, January 2016. Favorite PDF Permissions Buy
Electric Power Morcellation in Gynecology: The Path Forward Wright, Jason D. Wright, Jason D. Less Obstetrics & Gynecology. 127(1):7-9, January 2016. Favorite PDF Permissions Buy
U.S. Food and Drug Administration's Guidance Regarding Morcellation of Leiomyomas: Well-Intentioned, But Is It Harmful for Women? Parker, William H.; Kaunitz, Andrew M.; Pritts, Elizabeth A.; More Parker, William H.; Kaunitz, Andrew M.; Pritts, Elizabeth A.; Olive, David L.; Chalas, Eva; Clarke-Pearson, Daniel L.; Berek, Jonathan S.; for the Leiomyoma Morcellation Review Group Less Obstetrics & Gynecology. 127(1):18-22, January 2016. Abstract Abstract In Brief In Brief Favorite PDF Permissions In Brief: The authors disagree with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration's methodology and warning against use of laparoscopic power morcellators in the majority of women undergoing myomectomy or hysterectomy for leiomyomas. Buy
Adhesion Barrier Use After Myomectomy and Hysterectomy: Rates and Immediate Postoperative Complications Tulandi, Togas; Closon, Francois; Czuzoj-Shulman, Nicolas; More Tulandi, Togas; Closon, Francois; Czuzoj-Shulman, Nicolas; Abenhaim, Haim Less Obstetrics & Gynecology. 127(1):23-28, January 2016. Abstract Abstract In Brief In Brief Favorite PDF Permissions Go to Full Text of this Article In Brief: Adhesion barrier is associated with increased incidence of fever and postoperative ileus after myomectomy or hysterectomy and with bowel obstruction after hysterectomy. Go to Full Text of this Article Free
Occult Uterine Sarcoma and Leiomyosarcoma: Incidence of and Survival Associated With Morcellation Raine-Bennett, Tina; Tucker, Lue-Yen; Zaritsky, Eve; More Raine-Bennett, Tina; Tucker, Lue-Yen; Zaritsky, Eve; Littell, Ramey D.; Palen, Ted; Neugebauer, Romain; Axtell, Allison; Schultze, Peter M.; Kronbach, David W.; Embry-Schubert, Julia; Sundang, Alvina; Bischoff, Kimberly; Compton-Phillips, Amy L.; Lentz, Scott E. Less Obstetrics & Gynecology. 127(1):29-39, January 2016. Abstract Abstract In Brief In Brief Favorite PDF Permissions In Brief: Morcellation is associated with decreased early survival of women with occult leiomyosarcomas. Buy
Association Between Patient Characteristics and Treatment Procedure Among Patients With Uterine Leiomyomas Borah, Bijan J.; Laughlin-Tommaso, Shannon K.; Myers, Evan R.; More Borah, Bijan J.; Laughlin-Tommaso, Shannon K.; Myers, Evan R.; Yao, Xiaoxi; Stewart, Elizabeth A. Less Obstetrics & Gynecology. 127(1):67-77, January 2016. Abstract Abstract In Brief In Brief Favorite PDF Permissions In Brief: In commercially insured women, besides clinical factors, nonclinical attributes including age, socioeconomic factors, geographic region, and health plan type are associated with uterine leiomyoma treatment. Buy
Use of 50% Dextrose as the Distension Medium During Cystoscopy for Visualization of Ureteric Jets Narasimhulu, Deepa M.; Prabakar, Cheruba; Tang, Nancy; More Narasimhulu, Deepa M.; Prabakar, Cheruba; Tang, Nancy; Bral, Pedram Less Obstetrics & Gynecology. 127(1):78-80, January 2016. Abstract Abstract In Brief In Brief Favorite PDF Permissions In Brief: Fifty percent dextrose is an effective alternative to indigotindisulfonate sodium for visualization of ureteric jets during cystoscopy. Buy
Changes in Hysterectomy Trends After the Implementation of a Clinical Pathway Sanei-Moghaddam, Amin; Ma, Tianzhou; Goughnour, Sharon L.; More Sanei-Moghaddam, Amin; Ma, Tianzhou; Goughnour, Sharon L.; Edwards, Robert P.; Lounder, Paula J.; Ismail, Naveed; Comerci, John T.; Mansuria, Suketu M.; Linkov, Faina Less Obstetrics & Gynecology. 127(1):139-147, January 2016. Abstract Abstract In Brief In Brief Favorite PDF Permissions In Brief: Implementation of a hysterectomy pathway is associated with a decrease in the proportion of total abdominal hysterectomy procedures. Buy
Racial and Ethnic Differences Between Obstetrician–Gynecologists and Other Adult Medical Specialists Rayburn, William F.; Xierali, Imam M.; Castillo-Page, Laura; More Rayburn, William F.; Xierali, Imam M.; Castillo-Page, Laura; Nivet, Marc A. Less Obstetrics & Gynecology. 127(1):148-152, January 2016. Abstract Abstract In Brief In Brief Favorite PDF Permissions In Brief: Obstetrics and gynecology has a higher proportion of underrepresented minority physicians than other adult medical specialists, which is especially important in caring for underserved women. Buy
A Call for Change in a Changing World Berkowitz, Richard L.; Minkoff, Howard Berkowitz, Richard L.; Minkoff, Howard Less Obstetrics & Gynecology. 127(1):153-156, January 2016. Abstract Abstract In Brief In Brief Favorite PDF Permissions In Brief: A taskforce should be created to address the disparity between training provided in current obstetrics and gynecology residencies and the changing requirements of clinical practice. Buy
Practice Bulletin No. 157 Summary: Cervical Cancer Screening and Prevention Less Obstetrics & Gynecology. 127(1):185-187, January 2016. Favorite PDF Permissions Free
