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INTRODUCTION: The prevalence of female infertility in Pakistan is currently estimated at 22%, and emerging research suggests that vitamin D (VD) deficiency (VDD) may play a significant role in influencing female fertility. The focus of this…

The objective of this study was to systematically review the relationship between low health literacy and patient-reported outcomes in patients with benign gynecologic conditions. In this specific population, we also sought to determine the…

The incidence and prevalence of obesity have been rising in the United States, negatively impacting the population's overall health. This study seeks to better understand the impact of obesity on patients presenting with acute alcoholic pan…

BACKGROUND AND AIMS: Premenstrual syndrome (PMS) is a common condition affecting young women, characterized by emotional, behavioral, and physical symptoms. Stress is believed to exacerbate PMS symptoms, yet the relationship between stress …

Introduction Detection of gynecological cancers preoperatively is imperative for practitioners for optimal patient management and outcome. This study aimed to estimate the incidence of unexpected malignancy (UM) in patients who underwent hy…

Objectives The objective of this study is to enhance understanding of the incidence and impact of proteinuria following nephrectomy, to guide clinical decision-making, and to optimize post-operative monitoring strategies. Specifically, the …

The protrusion of the appendix through a broad ligament defect suggests an extremely rare clinical entity, especially when the clinical manifestation of this condition is acute appendicitis. The current article presents a case of a 23-year-…

Inflammatory back pain is a characteristic of spondyloarthritis. It is not, however, an exclusive symptom of inflammatory rheumatic diseases as it can also be associated with non-inflammatory entities. Infrequently, the etiology can be foun…

INTRODUCTION: Endometriosis can significantly impair the quality of life of those affected. Multimodal self-help measures are recommended but are often difficult to access. Smartphone apps have been shown to improve the quality of life for …

Combining conventional laparoscopic techniques with cutting-edge technologies, such as robotics, improved imaging, and flexible equipment, hybrid laparoscopic techniques represent a revolutionary advancement in minimally invasive surgery. T…

Laparoscopic surgery has become a widely accepted standard of care for numerous procedures in the modern world. Nearly every major surgical procedure previously only possible by employing open techniques may now be completed laparoscopicall…

Appendicitis is a well-known and highly common surgical emergency disease, yet it presents with a wide variety of manifestations. This is a case report of a 47-year-old female who presented with a complaint of having constant crampy right l…

Internal hernias are relatively uncommon occurrences in cases of mechanical bowel obstructions. They occur when the small bowel herniates through a recess or defect within the abdominal cavity. Herniation through a defect in the broad ligam…

Benign multicystic peritoneal mesothelioma (BMPM), also known as multicystic peritoneal mesothelioma (MCPM), is a rare cystic neoplasm arising from the mesothelium lining of the abdominal and pelvic peritoneum. This entity has been dispropo…

BACKGROUND: Endometriosis is a disease characterized by dysmenorrhea, chronic pelvic pain, and infertility. The pathogenesis of endometriosis and its relationship to infertility are still not fully understood. In vitro fertilization (IVF) i…

Isolated fallopian tube torsion (IFTT) is a rare cause of surgical emergency and is difficult to diagnose. We present a case of IFTT in a 14-year-old girl who presented with an acute abdomen. Based on the clinical and computed tomographic f…

BACKGROUND: The experience of childbirth significantly influences women's perspectives and attitudes, which are shaped by whether their experiences were positive or negative. This study aims to assess knowledge and attitudes regarding child…

BackgroundPersistent human papillomavirus (HPV) infection is the primary cause of cervical cancer. However, this can be prevented through vaccination and screening. This study aimed to clarify the relationship between behavior, knowledge, a…

BACKGROUND: Oocyte cryopreservation is used for fertility preservation, medical reasons, and social reasons to overcome physiological decline in fertility with age. There was no research to find the knowledge, attitude, and perception of wo…

INTRODUCTION: For women of reproductive age, oral contraceptives (OCs) are a well-liked and practical way to control pregnancy. OCs are also used to treat acne, irregular uterine bleeding, and premenstrual syndrome. However, there are false…

Hysterectomy is one of the most frequently performed surgical procedures in the United States. Hysterectomy for benign gynecological reasons can be performed through several approaches: abdominal, laparoscopic, laparoscopically assisted vag…

We present a case of subfertility due to isthmocele and cesarean scar endometriosis with a successful pregnancy following laparoscopic repair. This case report is of a 35-year-old female (para 1, living 1) who presented to the gynecological…

Large ovarian endometriomas may cause severe pressure symptoms and often require surgical management. The laparoscopic approach, although challenging, is feasible and safe when performed by surgeons with advanced minimal access skills, prov…

Surgery for deep-infiltrating endometriosis (DIE) carries a high risk of complications, including pelvic abscesses. We would like to present the laparoscopic management of a pelvic abscess caused by Prevotella bivia following a radical hyst…

INTRODUCTION: Hydrocele of the canal of Nuck is a condition that arises due to incomplete obliteration of the processus vaginalis or an abnormal outpouching from the round ligament during fetal development. It usually presents as a painless…