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BACKGROUND: When using assisted reproductive technology, there are cases where, despite the transfer of a good embryo, sometimes pregnancy may not be the case. Thus, during hormone replacement cycle implantation, it is important to synchron…

Recurrent pregnancy loss (RPL) is a challenging condition in the field of assisted reproduction, with various potential causes that may be maternal or fetal in origin. When fetal factors are involved, preimplantation genetic testing for ane…

OBJECTIVES: To assess the diagnostic accuracy of adenomyosis on transvaginal ultrasound (TVUS) in a community hospital. DESIGN: Retrospective cohort study Participants: A total of 124 patients who underwent hysterectomy between September 2…

Adnexal masses represent a frequent diagnostic challenge in gynecology, ranging from benign cysts to invasive ovarian malignancies. Accurate preoperative evaluation is crucial for determining appropriate management, surgical planning, and t…

Background and objective Total abdominal hysterectomy represents one of the most frequently performed gynecological procedures globally, with intraoperative hemorrhage constituting a significant clinical concern impacting surgical outcomes …

Background Extraspinal findings are commonly detected on magnetic resonance imaging of the lumbar spine, but these findings are sometimes omitted from radiological reports. Failing to report these findings could have a clinical impact on th…

Background and objective Clear cell adenocarcinoma of the uterine cervix (CCAUC) is a rare malignancy, historically linked to in utero diethylstilbestrol (DES) exposure. However, several cases have been reported in non-DES-exposed populatio…

Female adnexal tumor of probable Wolffian origin (FATPWO) is a rare neoplasm that morphologically mimics endometrioid carcinoma and lacks specific immunomarkers or molecular alterations, posing a significant diagnostic challenge. We report …

A 57-year-old woman (G2P2) with a history of total hysterectomy for endometriosis 30 years earlier, presented for a routine gynecological examination without complaints. Speculum examination revealed an erythematous, raised plaque at the ri…

Low-grade endometrial stromal sarcoma (LGESS) is a rare mesenchymal tumor of female genital tract malignancies. While it primarily arises in the uterus, extrauterine cases, including those originating in the ovary, are exceedingly rare. Whi…

The chronic gynecological disorder endometriosis is a debilitating condition for women's physical and psychological health. Endometriosis is a disease that causes endometrial-like tissue to grow outside the uterus and causes debilitating sy…

Uterine arteriovenous malformation (AVM) is a rare cause of severe genital tract bleeding. It can be classified as either congenital or acquired. Congenital form occurs due to aberrant arteriovenous vascular connections during embryonic dev…

Ductal cell carcinoma in situ (DCIS) is a noninvasive stage 0 breast cancer that arises from an abnormal proliferation of ductal epithelial cells. If untreated, it can progress to invasive ductal carcinoma (IDC), the most common form of bre…

BACKGROUND: Hospital readmissions following abdominal wall hernia repairs (HR) are recognized sources of additional morbidity and costs. Large-scale studies focus primarily on readmissions and do not capture emergency department visits (EDV…

Endometriosis may become malignant, and its diagnosis is challenging, especially in rare extra-ovarian sites like the rectum. Here, we describe the case of a 42-year-old woman who presented with intermittent left lower abdominal discomfort …

Total laparoscopic hysterectomy (TLH) is the most common gynecologic surgery. The use of a vaginal pipe to facilitate TLH is a popular method for enabling incision into the vaginal canal. However, this device is associated with serious comp…

Endometriosis is a benign gynecological condition characterized by the presence of functional endometrial tissue outside the uterine cavity. Although it most commonly affects pelvic organs, bowel involvement is uncommon, and rectal endometr…

Parasitic leiomyomas are rare complications of uterine morcellation after laparoscopic hysterectomy (LH). These tumors typically consist of smooth muscle cells and are often asymptomatic. However, parasitic leiomyomas containing endometrial…

Extra-pelvic endometriosis, defined as the presence of endometrial tissue or stroma outside of the pelvic cavity, is a rare cause of hemothorax and hemoperitoneum. Here, we present a case of a 34-year-old woman with a history of endometrios…

Regulatory T-cells (Tregs) are central to peripheral immune tolerance and act as key players that sustain the immune homeostasis required for embryo receptivity, implantation, and placentation. Treg dysfunction accelerates inflammation, ang…

Reproductive endocrine disorders, including infertility, polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), and endometriosis, significantly impact women's reproductive health and overall well-being. This comprehensive review explores the diagnosis and mana…

Objectives The aim of this study was to report on Research Project Grants (R01) funding in gynecology and to assess its impact on peer-reviewed publications and their incorporation into the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologist…

Xanthogranulomatous conditions are rare entities. Xanthogranulomatous inflammation, primarily involving the retroperitoneal soft tissue without visceral organ involvement, is very rare. Pseudocyst formation as a sequela of this condition is…

Rhabdomyolysis refers to the breakdown of skeletal muscle with subsequent release of intracellular contents into blood, causing elevated creatine kinase (CK) and renal damage. The four main etiological categories are traumatic, non-traumati…

Background Minimally invasive hysterectomy approaches, including vaginal, laparoscopic, and robotic hysterectomy, offer advantages over laparotomic hysterectomy. However, vaginal hysterectomy is less feasible for patients with a large uteru…