Clinical Review
Clinical Review
Metformin for PCOS symptoms: 5 challenging cases
This inexpensive and versatile drug broadens the choices for treating polycystic ovary syndrome. An expert describes its efficacy for common...
Clinical Review
Sonography of ovarian masses: 9 key questions to guide clinical evaluation
Hallmark characteristics of benign and malignant lesions help point to the need for surgery. An expert sonologist details morphologic criteria...
Clinical Review
Conservative management of endometrial hyperplasia: New strategies and experimental options
Until recently, hysterectomy was the only alternative for patients with atypical endometrial hyperplasia, the immediate precursor lesion to...
Clinical Review
Obesity in pregnancy: Risks and interventions by gestational stage
Gestational diabetes, preeclampsia, prolonged hospitalization—these are just a few of the complications that may affect obese gravidas. Here, the...
Clinical Review
Stress urinary incontinence: A closer look at nonsurgical therapies
This pervasive condition has spawned a host of treatments, from conservative measures like pelvic floor rehabilitation to cutting-edge modalities...
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Gestational diabetes and oral hypoglycemic agents: A fresh look at the safety profile
Although insulin has been the treatment of choice when dietary measures fail, oral hypoglycemic drugs are increasingly recognized as safe and...
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The short cervix in pregnancy: Which therapy reduces preterm birth?
Unfortunately, the literature on optimal management is full of conflicting reports. Here, the authors analyze the best data available and offer a...
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Luteal phase deficiency: What we now know
Disagreement about the cause, true incidence, and diagnostic criteria of this condition makes evaluation and management difficult. Here, 2...
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Hypertension in pregnancy: Tailoring treatment to risk
Not all hypertensive gravidas should receive drug therapy. In fact, antihypertensive medications should be halted in some patients. Here, 2...
Clinical Review
Reducing the risk of breast cancer: Key trials and their impact on practice
An expert sifts the data regarding chemopreventive options and expands on current guidelines for endometrial cancer screening of tamoxifen users...
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Avoiding the pitfalls of obstetric triage
This process has streamlined the evaluation of labor and common complaints of pregnancy, such as diminished fetal movements and vaginal discharge...