Obstetrics & gynaecology

Prophylactic antibiotic choice impacts post-hysterectomy SSI

(HealthDay)—For women undergoing hysterectomy, prophylactic antibiotic choice impacts the risk of surgical site infection rates, according to a study published in the February issue of Obstetrics & Gynecology.

Obstetrics & gynaecology

Lower live birth rate with minimal stimulation IVF

(HealthDay)—Minimal stimulation in vitro fertilization (mini-IVF) is associated with reduced live birth rates compared with conventional IVF, according to a study published in the January issue of the American Journal of ...

Oncology & Cancer

Surgery, chemo best for elderly with advanced ovarian cancer

(HealthDay)—Primary debulking surgery and chemotherapy in an optimal timeframe is associated with the longest survival time for elderly women with advanced ovarian cancer, according to a study published in the January issue ...

Obstetrics & gynaecology

ACOG: New recommendations for cervical cancer screening

(HealthDay)—In a practice bulletin published in the January issue of Obstetrics & Gynecology, new recommendations are presented for cervical cancer screening and prevention.

Obstetrics & gynaecology

ART conception tied to increased odds of maternal morbidity

(HealthDay)—For singleton pregnancies, conception with assisted reproductive technology (ART) is associated with increased risk of severe maternal morbidity, according to a study published in the January issue of Obstetrics ...

Obstetrics & gynaecology

Greater racial, ethnic diversity of doctors found in Ob-Gyn

(HealthDay)—Among adult medical specialists, greater racial and ethnic diversity is found among obstetrician-gynecologists (ob-gyns), according to research published in the January issue of Obstetrics & Gynecology.

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