Patzkowsky K

Background and objectivesMany patients with uterine fibroids turn to social media for information, where fibroid-related content has grown substantially. To effectively address misconceptions and deliver high-quality, patient-centered care,…

BackgroundUterine leiomyomas, the most common tumors of the female reproductive system, are characterized by excessive deposition of disordered stiff extracellular matrix and fundamental alteration in the mechanical signaling pathways. Spec…

Importance While it has long been known that polycystic ovarian syndrome is associated with cardiometabolic risk factors (CMRFs), there is emerging evidence that other benign gynecologic conditions, such as uterine leiomyomas, endometriosis…

PURPOSE OF REVIEW: The purpose of this article is to review the literature and discuss the advantages of robotics in benign gynecologic surgery. RECENT FINDINGS: Minimally invasive surgery has become the preferred route over abdominal surg…

OBJECTIVE: To estimate the occurrence of postoperative urinary retention after traditional laparoscopic and robotic hysterectomy. METHODS: We performed a chart review of all patients who underwent total or supracervical hysterectomy using a…