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Neurotrophic tyrosine receptor kinase (NTRK) rearranged spindle cell neoplasm is an emerging group of molecularly defined rare soft tissue tumors, often presenting with a monotonous spindle cell morphology, in...
Menopause represents a critical stage in middle. Examining menopausal symptoms within healthcare system requires reliable and valid instruments. The Menopause Representations Questionnaire (Menosentations-Q) i...
A breast cancer diagnosis can impact every aspect of a woman’s life, particularly for women diagnosed before age 45 when they are in the process of establishing stability in their personal and professional liv...
The uptake of modern contraceptives post-abortion care bridges the gap of unmet need for modern contraceptives which can reduce the rate of unintended pregnancies and recurrent abortion, thus improving women’s...
Overactive bladder (OAB) and female sexual dysfunction (FSD) are both common problems in women, but the association between OAB and FSD lacks a large sample study. The purpose of this cross-sectional study was...
This study evaluated the safety and efficacy of spinal anesthesia as an alternative to general anesthesia in single-port access (SPA) laparoscopic adnexal surgeries. 110 patients were recruited and, after prop...
Scales that comprehensively measure individual, workplace, and community factors related to fertility intentions of women are limited. This study examined the psychometric properties of scales measuring indivi...
Progestogens, synthetic analogues of progesterone, are widely used in clinical practice for contraception, hormone replacement therapy, and the management of gynecological disorders. Understanding the specific...
The burden of Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (T2DM) has increased globally and a significant number of Malaysian women are being affected by this disease. Self-care plays a vital role in improving glycemic control a...
The original article was published in BMC Women's Health 2024 24:222
Despite the well-documented benefits of full ANC- which includes at least four visits starting in the first trimester, two or more tetanus shots, and over 100 days of iron-folic acid (IFA) supplementation cove...
The study aimed to assess the efficacy and safety of Natamycin + Lactulose vaginal suppositories (100 mg natamycin and 300 mg lactulose) (AVVA RUS JSC, Russia) in adult females with vulvovaginal candidiasis.
In Rwanda, despite significant political achievements in women’s empowerment and efforts to eliminate child sexual abuse, the rate of teenage pregnancy remains high. Increased access to and use of contraceptiv...
The original article was published in BMC Women's Health 2024 24:440
Sexual violence, a global concern, disproportionately affects women. In Kenya, over 40% of women experience intimate partner violence, reflecting a pressing need for understanding and addressing this issue. Su...
Human papillomavirus (HPV) is one of the most important sexually transmitted infections. In most cases, HPV infection resolves on its own, but some types of HPV infection cause genital warts, and some can caus...
Bladder Pain Syndrome/Interstitial Cystitis (BPS/IC) and vulvodynia often coexist, exacerbating patient symptoms and complicating the diagnosis and treatment. This study aimed to identify distinct subtypes wit...
To evaluate the efficacy of urine-based human papillomavirus detection in detecting high-grade cervical lesions (CIN2+) compared to cervical cytology examination.
The aim was to investigate the value of the application of a progesterone-primed ovarian stimulation (PPOS) protocol in patients with ovarian endometriosis (OEM) combined with diminished ovarian reserve (DOR).
Following a significant relaxation of restrictions in China on December 7, 2022, after a surge in SARS-CoV-2 infections, an uptick in women presenting with menstrual disorders was observed in clinics. This stu...
Excessive exposure to heavy metals has been linked to various health problems, including organ damage, neurological disorders, and reproductive and developmental abnormalities. However, the relationship betwee...
Women were more prone to consuming alcohol as a coping mechanism for COVID-19 pandemic stressors than men. Worldwide evidence shows increased consumption during the social restriction phases, adversely impacti...
Hysteroscopic surgery, a minimally invasive technique prevalent in gynecology, exhibits an overall complication rate between 0.22% and 3.7%. Pulmonary bleeding post-hysteroscopy represents an exceedingly rare ...
An increasing number of studies indicate that the gut, cervical, and vaginal microbiota may play crucial roles in the development of cervical cancer (CC). However, the interactions between the microbiota and t...
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a common endocrine disorder associated with metabolic and hormonal abnormalities. This study aimed to evaluate the comparative efficacy of pharmacological interventions on t...
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is the most common endocrine disorder, affecting 5–10% of women of reproductive age. Major complications of PCOS include infertility, obesity, endometrial hyperplasia, endometr...
To investigate the application value of multimodal hysterosalpingo-contrast sonography (HyCoSy) combined with negative hysterography in assessing tubal patency and diagnosing uterine lesions.
In Italy, approximately 50% of women report experiencing episodes of psychological and/or physical violence. The Emergency Department (ED) is widely recognized as one of the health services to which victims of...
Menstrual waste management encompasses the practices involved in handling menstrual hygiene products from the onset to the conclusion of menstruation. Despite being a crucial public health issue, menstrual was...
Cervical cancer ranks as the fourth most prevalent cancer among women globally, particularly affecting socioeconomically disadvantaged populations such as those in Tanzania. Receiving a cervical cancer diagnos...
The original article was published in BMC Women's Health 2024 24:228
Chronic low-grade inflammation has been recognized as an underlying event linking obesity to diabetes and cardiovascular disease (CVD). However, inflammatory alterations in individuals and specifically women w...
Breast and cervical cancers are the commonest cancers among women. Secondary prevention of cancer through screening minimizes disease burden and improves survival outcomes. Optimizing screening strategies for ...
To systematically evaluate existing developed and validated predictive models for stress urinary incontinence after pelvic floor reconstruction.
Ovarian cancer (OC) is the most lethal gynecological tumor. N4-acetylcytidine (ac4C) modification, catalyzed by the acetyltransferase NAT10, is involved in the occurrence and development of cancers. This study...
Families are faced with enormous challenges in caring for children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) over a lifetime. As the main caregiver of children, mothers who have children with autism are in poor heal...
Women who experience intimate partner violence (IPV) are likely to experience reduced sexual and reproductive health (SRH). This paper aims to describe the prevalence of IPV and family planning use, and explor...
Polyps containing bizarre stromal cells are occasionally observed in the lower gynecologic tract, including the vagina, cervix, and endometrium, predominantly in perimenopausal or postmenopausal patients. Thes...
Uterine leiomyomatosis and psoriasis are prevalent conditions and shared pathophysiological factors indicate a potential association. However, a direct correlation has not been established. We investigated the...
From early adolescence, girls face greater risk of experiencing low mood and anxiety relative to boys, with recent evidence that this may be worsening. There is a paucity of mental health research that meaning...
Ten per cent of women of reproductive age suffer from endometriosis, a painful and incurable disease that leaves women with severe implications for their health and overall well-being. Due to the absence of a ...
Timely diagnosis is a crucial factor in decreasing the death rate of patients with breast cancer. BI-RADS categories IVc and V indicate a strong suspicion of cancer. The categorisation of each group is determi...
Women with breast cancer are known to suffer from disease and treatment, and the generic measurement tools may underestimate their frailty. A specific instrument comprehensively measuring frailty among women w...
The conflict between work and family responsibilities has created many challenges for working women in Iran. This study aimed to examine the effect of work-family conflict (WFC), subjective socio-economic stat...
To date, few studies have investigated the factors associated with high-grade vaginal intraepithelial neoplasia (VaIN). This study aimed to analyze the characteristics of high‐grade VaIN and identify its under...
Breast cancer treatment has many strategies, each with its own effects on survivors’ quality of life (QoL). The current study evaluated factors influencing QoL in women who have undergone mastectomy and compar...
The COVID-19 pandemic led to widespread economic disruptions, with government-imposed restrictions and lockdowns significantly affecting livelihoods globally. Burkina Faso, a country with pre-existing vulnerab...
Recently, increased awareness of early diagnosis and treatment options has led to an increase in the number of breast cancer survivors. Psychosocial interventions to increase the quality of life in this group ...
Urinary incontinence (UI) is defined as any involuntary loss of urine and can be associated with urgency and/or physical exertion. Electrical stimulation (ES) has recently been identified as a proven therapeut...
Menarche is an important period in a female’s life; its time of onset may depend on various factors and could correlate with the development of diseases in adulthood. Our study aims to investigate the relation...
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