OB/GYN & Women’s Health – Page 7

Advancing Access to Cervical Cancer Screening: The Promise of Self-Collection Methods

By MedXY 07/29/2025

Self-collection devices for cervical cancer screening offer a safe, effective, and preferred alternative to traditional methods, increasing accessibility and compliance.

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Mail-in HPV Self-Tests Double Cervical Cancer Screening Rates

By MedXY 07/29/2025

Mail-in HPV self-collection kits significantly increase cervical cancer screening participation, offering a promising tool to enhance early detection and preventive care.

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Evaluating HPV Vaccination Schedules: A New Perspective on Booster Doses

By MedXY 07/29/2025

Recent research suggests that a 2-dose HPV vaccine regimen offers similar long-term protection against HPV-16 and HPV-18 as the 2+1-dose regimen, challenging the necessity of booster doses.

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State Abortion Laws and Maternal Health: Examining the Impact on High-Risk Pregnancies

By MedXY 07/29/2025

Restrictive abortion legislation significantly increases maternal complications in high-risk pregnancies, highlighting urgent public health concerns.

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Evaluating the Effectiveness of USPSTF Preeclampsia Guidelines for Aspirin Prophylaxis

By MedXY 07/29/2025

A recent study questions the specificity of USPSTF guidelines for preeclampsia risk assessment, highlighting challenges in identifying patients truly at high risk and ensuring targeted aspirin prophylaxis.

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Hypertensive Disorders in Pregnancy: Impact on Breastfeeding and Maternal Health

By MedXY 07/29/2025

Hypertensive disorders during pregnancy affect breastfeeding initiation and duration, highlighting the need for tailored support for affected mothers.

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Understanding Placenta Accreta Spectrum: Gaps in Global Guidelines and the Path Forward

By MedXY 07/29/2025

Global variations in placenta accreta spectrum (PAS) management guidelines highlight the need for improved standardization and research, especially in resource-limited settings.

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SSRIs and Pregnancy: Navigating the Risks, Benefits, and Ongoing Debate

By MedXY 07/29/2025

A new FDA panel reignites debate over the safety and efficacy of antidepressant use during pregnancy, with experts weighing in on emerging research and practice recommendations.

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Rethinking Menopausal Hormone Therapy: Experts Urge FDA to Revise Outdated Warnings

By MedXY 07/29/2025

Leading experts call on the FDA to update boxed warnings on menopausal hormone therapies, arguing current labels are outdated and deter women from effective, safe treatments.

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DM199 Shows Promise as a Potential Treatment for Preeclampsia

By MedXY 07/29/2025

DM199 has demonstrated safety and efficacy in reducing blood pressure among preeclampsia patients during a Phase 2 trial, offering hope for improved maternal and fetal outcomes.

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Enhanced Weight Loss for Menopausal Women: The Role of Tirzepatide and Hormone Therapy

By MedXY 07/29/2025

A new study reveals combining tirzepatide and hormone therapy significantly boosts weight loss in postmenopausal women, offering a promising approach to managing obesity-related health risks.

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How a Low FODMAP Diet Can Relieve Gut Symptoms in Endometriosis

By MedXY 07/29/2025

Research shows that a low FODMAP diet can significantly alleviate gastrointestinal symptoms in women with endometriosis, enhancing their quality of life.

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Antibiotics and Pregnancy: Risks of TMP-SMX in Infant Birth Defects

By MedXY 07/29/2025

Research highlights increased birth defect risks linked to TMP-SMX use in pregnancy, urging cautious antibiotic selection for treating UTIs.

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FDA Advances Treatment for Hypoactive Sexual Desire Disorder in Postmenopausal Women

By MedXY 07/29/2025

The FDA grants Priority Review to expand flibanserin use for treating low sexual desire in postmenopausal women, addressing an important gap in women's health.

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Stem Cell Therapy: A New Frontier in Restoring Fertility for Women with Ovarian Failure

By MedXY 07/29/2025

Recent research highlights stem cell therapy as a promising method for improving fertility in women facing ovarian failure, showing significant oocyte activation and pregnancy rates.

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EndomTest: A New Non-Invasive Diagnostic Tool for Endometriosis

By MedXY 07/28/2025

Kephera Diagnostics introduces EndomTest, the first non-invasive blood test for diagnosing endometriosis, aiming to reduce diagnostic delays and improve patient care.

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FDA Extends Review of Bayer’s Elinzanetant for Menopause Symptoms

By MedXY 07/28/2025

The FDA delays its review of Bayer's elinzanetant, a novel treatment for menopause-related vasomotor symptoms, by 90 days, citing the need for additional data assessment.

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Updated Guidelines on Delayed Umbilical Cord Clamping in Preterm Infants: Insights from ACOG

By MedXY 07/28/2025

The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) has released updated recommendations on delayed umbilical cord clamping in preterm infants, emphasizing its benefits for neonatal outcomes.

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Exploring Sexual Function in Women with PCOS: Insights from Recent Research

By MedXY 07/28/2025

A systematic review assesses sexual function in women with PCOS, revealing impaired psychosexual function and calling for more diverse and comprehensive studies.

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Navigating the Complex World of PCOS: A Gender-Diverse Perspective

By MedXY 07/28/2025

Exploring the unique experiences of gender-diverse individuals with PCOS and its impact on gender identity.