gynecology

The female reproductive tract (FRT), particularly the vagina, has traditionally been regarded as a sterile environment. However, it is now recognized that the vagina is a complex, dynamic ecosystem dominated by Lactobacillus species, which maintain internal homeostasis through acid production, competitive exclusion, and immune regulation. Microbial dysbiosis, characterized by a loss of Lactobacil…

A pilot randomized controlled trial found that vaginal bromocriptine reduced menstrual bleeding, pelvic pain, menstrual duration, and cycle irregularity in women with adenomyosis compared with routine treatment.

BackgroundPelvic organ prolapse (POP) is a prevalent disease among women, and immune cell and telomere have potential associations with the pathogenesis of POP. The identification and validation of immune cell-related genes (ICRGs) and telomere-related genes (TRGs) in POP are of great significance for elucidating its mechanisms, screening diagnostic key genes, and identifying therapeutic targets.…

This narrative review explores contemporary therapeutic options and critically assesses surgical results and in vitro fertilization-intracytoplasmic sperm injection (IVF/ICSI) outcomes in women affected by endometriosis, deep infiltrating endometriosis (DIE) and/or adenomyosis. A literature search was conducted in PubMed for English-language publications up to September 2025. Out of 350 screened …

Uterine fibroids may be less common in Latina women than earlier estimates suggested, according to new research.

BackgroundHysterectomy is a commonly performed gynecological surgery for conditions such as uterine fibroids, endometriosis, and abnormal uterine bleeding. However, the procedure provides therapeutic benefits, its increasing prevalence at older reproductive ages of women has raised concerns regarding long-term health outcomes, particularly hypertension and the associated risk of cardiovascular di…

Repeated menstrual cycles may do more than trigger endometriosis. They may rewire the brain.

The Alliance for Clinical Trials in Oncology is now enrolling patients into a clinical trial aimed at helping women recover from the vaginal side effects of breast cancer treatment.

Researchers at FAU hope to improve the diagnosis and treatment of the “chameleon” of gynecological disorders Endometriosis is a gynecological disorder that is largely unknown, even though it is estimated that it affects one in ten to fifteen women of reproductive age in Germany. A multi-disciplinary team of researchers at Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg (FAU) and Universitätskli…

This page provides a comprehensive list of gynecology thesis topics crafted to assist students in selecting impactful research areas for their academic theses. Targeted at individuals pursuing advanced studies in gynecology within the health sciences, it offers an extensive compilation of 200 topics alongside a detailed article exploring the field’s scope. These topics encompass current reproduct…

What’s going on in the field of medical advances in gynecology, obstetrics and pediatrics? Post-pregnancy weight-loss pills captured much of the limelight in 2023 but it has left some other important scientific works to ponder upon. New hope for Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) DMD is a genetic disorder causing faulty expression of dystrophin protein – crucial for muscle function – leading to mu…

Women’s health is a field all on its own in medicine, which becomes clear to students pretty early on during medical school. The physicians who specialize in women’s health—obstetrics and gynecology—are important primary care providers, but their role might seem a bit unclear. Just what is an OB/GYN? And what does an OB/GYN do each […] The post What Is an OB/GYN? Insights about doctors in gynecol…

Having a well-trained midwife at their side who can offer their assistance whatever happens is very important for expectant mothers. The Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Universitätsklinikum has set up a new skills and simulation lab so that trainee midwives can gain comprehensive practical skills in a clinical setting. It was opened on June […]

Follow along with a typical day in the life of third-year Feinberg medical student, as he spends a shift in the OB-GYN ward, including assisting with a delivery. The post A Day in the Life: Medical Student Zach Cross appeared first on News Center .

Expert Commentary Thanks for this clear and succinct post. The differential diagnosis of lower abdominal and pelvic pain is extremely broad in both premenopausal and post-menopausal women. This is when the sexual history becomes important. A question we often overlook as part of the sexual history is asking about dyspareunia, which may help differentiate gynecological from intra-abdominal causes …

Gynecology and Womens Health - Juniper Publishers Abstract Objective: To evaluate the efficacy of the Aqueduct-100 to dilate the cervix to a predetermined diameter. Methods: Both mechanical and osmotic methods of cervical dilation pose risks of cervical laceration, creation of a false passage, and uterine perforation. The Aqueduct-100 is a modified cervical dilator that has a triple balloon ca…

Gynecology and Women’s Health - Juniper Publishers Abstract Aims: To re-evaluate whether augmentation of labor with oxytocin in dysfunctional labor, has a hazardous effect on neonatal Apgar scores, umbilical cord pH or blood gases Materials and Methods: Prospective study where one hundred and fifty-three (153) patients in spontaneous labor were involved in the analysis. Seventy-nine patients …

Journal of Gynecology and Women’s Health Iron deficiency is the most common minerals deficiency worldwide. Iron has a major role in producing hemoglobin in red blood cells, which is responsible for carrying oxygen to the body’s tissues. Treatment for an iron inadequacy depends on the cause and severity of the condition. Intravenous iron preparations are highly recommended when anemic pregnant wom…

For many women, pregnancy is a medley of bizarre and persistent symptoms – some well known, like morning sickness, and some… less so. A missed period Missing a period is a pregnancy symptom… but not every woman gets it! Some continue having “periods” for one, two, or more months. Whilst they are not truly menstruating, doctors can’t explain every bleed. Common explanations are implantation bleedi…