Husbands’ experiences and perceptions regarding the use of maternity waiting homes in rural Zambia
Conclusion Important intervention targets for improving access to MWHs and skilled birth attendance have been identified. (Source: International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics)
Source: International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics - January 11, 2016 Category: OBGYN Source Type: research

Social isolation in women with endometriosis and chronic pelvic pain
Conclusion Women with endometriosis develop progressive social isolation after the onset of chronic pelvic pain. This finding is important for the multidisciplinary management of the disease. (Source: International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics)
Source: International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics - January 11, 2016 Category: OBGYN Source Type: research

Progestin-based contraceptive on the same day as medical abortion
Conclusions Administration of a progestin-based contraceptive such as an etonogestrel implant or DMPA injection on the same day as mifepristone for medical abortion did not alter the success rates. (Source: International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics)
Source: International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics - January 11, 2016 Category: OBGYN Source Type: research

Non-hormonal interruption of incessant ovulation as a potential approach for ovarian cancer prevention
Publication date: Available online 8 January 2016 Source:International Journal of Gynecology & Obstetrics Author(s): Mahmoud F. Fathalla Ovarian cancer is a silent killer. There is a need to intensify research efforts on prevention strategies. The causative role of incessant ovulation has been supported by the protective effect of oral hormonal contraceptives. The released follicular fluid in the process of ovulation bathes not only the surface of the ovary but also the fimbrial end of the fallopian tube. Evidence has been accumulating about a fimbrial tubal origin for ovarian high-grade serous carcinoma, and...
Source: International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics - January 11, 2016 Category: OBGYN Source Type: research

High dependency unit admissions during the first year of a national obstetric early warning system
Publication date: Available online 28 December 2015 Source:International Journal of Gynecology & Obstetrics Author(s): Patrick J. Maguire, Karen A. Power, Niamh Daly, Maria Farren, Aoife McKeating, Michael J. Turner (Source: International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics)
Source: International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics - December 28, 2015 Category: OBGYN Source Type: research