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Simplify your approach to the diagnosis and treatment of PCOS
Simplify the diagnosis of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) by focusing on 2 core criteria: hyperandrogenism and oligo-ovulation....
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Should every scheduled cesarean birth use an Enhanced Recovery after Surgery (ERAS) pathway?
Standardization of surgical processes, with adjustment based on unique individual characteristics, improves outcomes
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Dietary sodium and potassium consumption and cardiovascular health
Diets with high amounts of potassium and low amounts of sodium are associated with the best cardiovascular outcomes
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An epidemic of hypertensive disorders of pregnancy
The CDC recently reported that in 2019 hypertensive disorders of pregnancy (HDPs) were diagnosed in 15.9% of hospital deliveries. Does the...
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Mifepristone for the treatment of miscarriage and fetal demise
Mifepristone is an important agent for the treatment of miscarriage and fetal demise, improving successful resolution of the pregnancy loss....
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Misoprostol: Clinical pharmacology in obstetrics and gynecology
The effect of misoprostol on uterine contraction is greatly influenced by the dose and route of administration
Oxytocin and...
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Optimize detection and treatment of iron deficiency in pregnancy
We are in the midst of a nationwide severe blood product shortage, necessitating that we optimize maternal red blood cell status...
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How common is IUD perforation, expulsion, and malposition?
IUD perforation of the uterus is uncommon, occurring in 0.1% of low-risk patients. IUD expulsion is common, with a rate of...
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Will NAAT replace microscopy for the identification of organisms causing vaginitis?
Molecular testing is more sensitive and specific than microscopy for the identification of organisms causing disease. There will...
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Drospirenone vs norethindrone progestin-only pills. Is there a clear winner?
Among progestin-only contraceptive pills, compared to norethindrone, drospirenone has superior performance on key dimensions
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Individualize the duration of postpartum magnesium treatment for patients with preeclampsia to best balance the benefits and harms of treatment
Magnesium treatment reduces the risk of seizure in patients with preeclampsia. However, prolonged postpartum magnesium infusion may cause harm,...