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The aims of this study were to identify factors associated with menstruation-related symptoms and compare them between female soccer players and women without exercise habits.
Early sexual debut has undesirable health consequences such as an increased risk of contracting sexually transmitted infections (STIs) including HIV, mental health problems, pregnancy-related complications and...
Participation in cervical cancer (CC) screening programs is lower among immigrants compared to native women in many Western countries, in substantial due to lower knowledge and culturally influenced attitudes ...
The original article was published in BMC Women's Health 2024 24:608
The abdominal wall is one of the rare sites of endometriosis, and its clinical incidence is increasing year by year with the increasing cesarean section rate nowadays.
Dysmenorrhea is a gynecological condition that causes painful menstrual cramps in the uterus, most commonly seen in women of reproductive age. The aim was to perform the reliability and validity of the Turkish...
This study aimed to construct and validate a novel nomogram for prediction of lymph node metastasis in HER2-positive breast cancer based on the optimal number of examined lymph nodes (ELNs) for accurate nodal ...
Although late-life remarriage is not a rare phenomenon, it remains a controversial topic in China. Late-life remarriage involves many challenges and crises, especially for elderly women, who are often in weake...
Post-menopause is the permanent cessation of menstruation for 12 consecutive months at the age of 45 to 55 years. Post-menopausal women all over the world suffer from symptoms associated with menopause. Despit...
Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a chronic autoimmune disease with a higher prevalence in women. Triglycerides, key indicators of lipid metabolism, are linked to inflammation and metabolic disorders, both contribu...
Sexual dysfunction is one of the main complaints in women with Multiple Sclerosis (MS) and it affects different aspects of their lives. We aimed to determine the prevalence of sexual dysfunction among MS patie...
This study aimed to evaluate the effect of mindfulness-based support on the psychosocial status of women undergoing infertility treatment.
Human papillomavirus (HPV) infection is the leading cause of genital disease. More information on the prevalence and distribution of genital HPV subtypes in the female population is needed to inform preventive...
This study aimed to investigate the impact of combined core and pelvic floor muscle (PFM) training on lumbar function in sedentary women with lower back pain (LBP).
This study aimed to summarize the evidence available in the published literature on concomitant hysterectomy versus uterine preservation in the treatment of pelvic organ prolapse (POP) and to clarify whether u...
Lymphedema is a common problem that adversely impacts quality of life in breast cancer survivors. Although lymphedema risk is modifiable through behavior change, there is no standardized approach to educate su...
Globally, 75,000 maternal deaths occur each year from puerperal sepsis, with higher rates in low-income countries. In Ethiopia, puerperal sepsis is the fourth leading cause of maternal morbidity and mortality....
Prehabilitation has shown promise in improving post-operative outcomes for several solid tumour groups. However, prehabilitation programmes are not widely established. Patients with advanced ovarian cancer exp...
To explore the impact of enhanced recovery after surgery (ERAS) optimization concept process on the perioperative period of gynecologic laparoscopic surgery.
Empowerment-based self-defense (ESD) programs have proven effective in preventing sexual violence (SV) among girls in diverse settings, yet their effectiveness in South Africa remains unexplored. In this hybri...
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is linked to non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD). Biochemical, sex hormonal, and anthropometric indicators have been explored for screening NAFLD in PCOS patients. Howeve...
Over the past several decades, the number of female physicians entering the medical and healthcare workplace has increased. Despite their skills and qualifications, they face several challenges in their career...
The long-term occupational stress experienced by nurses and midwives in obstetrics and gynecology department not only impacts their mental well-being, but also poses a threat to nursing safety and sleep qualit...
Cervical cancer remains a leading cause of cancer death for women worldwide. Screen-and-treat programs are a key strategy to reduce disease burden in low and middle-income countries (LMICs). Thermal ablation (...
Social marketing intervention is a strategy to improve intention and behavior in this field. Therefore, this study was conducted with the aim of determining the impact of social marketing intervention on Pap-s...
Endometriosis is a prevalent yet under-recognized gynecological condition that significantly impacts women’s quality of life. Despite its burden, data on the knowledge and awareness of endometriosis among wome...
Intimate partner violence (IPV) has severe physical and mental complications; however, some women stay in abusive relationships. There is little in-depth qualitative work on the experiences of IPV in Iranian w...
An intrauterine contraceptive device (IUCD) is a widely utilized contraceptive method. However, in rare instances, it may lead to severe complications such as strangulated intestinal obstruction. This paper pr...
The low use of self-injectable contraception, coupled with the recognition that many individuals need support beyond training to use self-care technologies successfully, suggests the need for innovative progra...
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Postoperative hypoalbuminemia increases the risk of delayed wound healing and infections and prolongs hospital stays, and may even increases mortality. Hypoalbuminemia is commonly observed after radical ovaria...
Preeclampsia is a rapidly progressing pregnancy-specific multi-systemic syndrome that is the leading cause of maternal and neonatal morbidity and mortality. Lactate dehydrogenase (LDH) is a valuable and potent...
Nigeria faces a dual challenge of high fertility rates and limited female education. Studies suggest that education can contribute to fertility reduction. This study aimed to show the differences and quantify ...
To study the cardiometabolic markers in women in with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) across all phenotypes and its correlation with serum anti-mullerian hormone (AMH) levels.
This study aimed to explore the relationship between endometrial thickness and lesions in asymptomatic postmenopausal women and identify diagnostic thresholds for lesions.
This study aimed to evaluate the efficacy and safety of docetaxel plus capecitabine (TX) and docetaxel plus epirubicin (TE) in the treatment of human epidermal growth factor 2 (HER2)-negative breast cancer.
Postoperative pain is a persistent challenge in gynecological surgery, influenced by psychological and clinical factors. Surgical anxiety, a critical preoperative psychological state, is shaped by underlying p...
Pregnancy/puerperium cranial venous sinus thrombosis (CVST) is rare, mainly occurring in perinatal/late pregnancy, and less frequently in early pregnancy. None has been reported after early spontaneous abortion.
Skin diseases are a category of chronic conditions that often impact patients’ appearance, potentially leading to psychological issues, including sexual dysfunction. The present study is an attempt to determin...
Menopause is a significant period in a woman’s life that can be natural or surgical. We aimed to assess the association between the type of menopause and sleep quality, especially in elderly women.
Perceived health status (PHS) can be influenced by mental health. A negative correlation between high levels of depression and self-evaluation of health has been reported, but research focusing on depression a...
Breast cancer incidence is increasing among South Asian women in the United States (US). This qualitative study explored breast cancer beliefs, behaviors, and experiences among South Asian immigrant women in N...
Inconsistent provision of subcutaneous depot medroxyprogesterone acetate (DMPA-SC) for self-injection (SI) undermines efforts to improve women’s reproductive health agency and access to self-care. In Nigeria, ...
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Despite widespread use, many Lebanese women have limited understanding of oral contraceptive pills (OCP), with misinformation and cultural barriers contributing to misuse and discontinuation. Additionally, the...
During the gynecological examination, women especially feel uncomfortable with the lithotomy position and experience shame and anxiety. This study aims to explore metaphors used by women who have experienced g...
Pelvic endometriosis is an estrogen-driven inflammatory syndrome of unknown origin that alters the peritoneal microenvironment and likely impairs endometrial receptivity, adversely affecting fertility. Chronic...
The network meta-analysis (NMA) was aimed to compare and assess the effectiveness of programmed cell death 1 (PD-1)/ programmed cell death ligand 1 (PD-L1) inhibitor monotherapy or combination therapy with oth...
To evaluate the current treatment status and management deficiencies of adenomyosis in Luzhou, China.
Urinary tract endometriosis (UTE) is a special type of endometriosis affecting the urinary system, yet the physical and mental health of UTE patients remain unexplored.
Bacterial vaginosis (BV) refers to an imbalance in normal vaginal flora, affecting approximately 50–60% of individuals engaging in high-risk sexual behaviors. BV diagnosis traditionally relies on Amsel’s crite...
The aim of this study was to investigate the expression and clinical implications of CCN family member 5 (CCN5) and the oestrogen receptor (ER) in advanced breast cancer (BC).
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