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Nutcracker syndrome is a rare condition that arises from the left renal vein getting compressed between the aorta and the superior mesenteric artery. Despite its clinical significance, this syndrome is often challenging to diagnose and is f…

Subfertility, a condition marked by a reduced capacity to conceive naturally, affects a significant proportion of couples globally. Nutrition is a fundamental aspect of reproductive health, with various nutrients essential in maintaining op…

Osseous metaplasia of the endometrium is a rare and intriguing pathological condition characterized by the presence of bony tissue within the endometrial cavity. This phenomenon can have significant clinical implications, particularly in th…

The majority of women experience dysmenorrhea during their lifetime. The current standard-of-care treatment consists of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, oral contraceptive pills, or intrauterine devices. Osteopathic manipulative treatm…

Background Catamenial pneumothorax (CP) is characterized by pneumothorax associated with menstrual cycles and thoracic endometriosis. This study aimed to review the outcomes and trends for surgical treatment of CP in King Chulalongkorn Memo…

Endometriosis and infertility are clinically associated. The therapeutic approaches for endometriosis, whether medical or surgical, yield distinct outcomes for a woman's potential for achieving conception, whether through natural means or w…

Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is an endocrinological disorder affecting women of reproductive age, characterized by hormonal imbalance leading to metabolic and reproductive dysregulations. This case report revolves around a 30-year-old h…

Thrombophilias, which include both hereditary and acquired illnesses, are a range of abnormalities that make persons more prone to developing thromboembolism. Thrombophilic conditions carry significant dangers during pregnancy, such as misc…

This study investigates the various methods of pain management during the insertion of intrauterine devices (IUDs) in nulliparous women. Currently, the only recommended method of pain management is 800 mg of ibuprofen taken one hour before …

The fallopian tube is a common surgical specimen, yet there is limited research on the histomorphologic findings. This study seeks to review the various abnormalities found in the fallopian tube and establish the primary disease processes l…

Appendiceal mucinous neoplasms are rare and can be easily misdiagnosed as adnexal masses. Fertility is a concern in cases requiring cytoreductive surgery involving the ovaries and if hyperthermic intraperitoneal chemotherapy is considered. …

Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) is among the new ground-breaking methods called for endometrial disorders detected in assisted reproductive technology (ART). This research work takes account of both a systematic literature review and an explorat…

A pneumothorax is a medical condition characterized by the presence of free air in the pleural cavity. Pneumothorax can be classified as spontaneous, traumatic, or iatrogenic. Spontaneous pneumothorax sustained from a jiu-jitsu-induced blun…

May-Thurner syndrome (MTS) can lead to deep venous thrombosis (DVT) in the left lower extremity, and it is often triggered by factors such as surgery or pregnancy. We present a rare case where the risk factor for thromboembolism in MTS is a…

INTRODUCTION AND OBJECTIVE: The management of ectopic pregnancies has evolved from traditional laparotomy to minimally invasive techniques, with posterior colpotomy emerging as a viable alternative. This study explores the safety and effica…

Introduction Premenstrual syndrome (PMS) is a regular clinical condition that affects most women during their reproductive years. Its related symptoms may be linked to a decrease in women's quality of life. Female nurses may be more suscept…

Background Uterine isthmocele, a defect in the uterine wall at the cesarean scar, is increasingly recognized due to the rising rate of cesarean deliveries. Often asymptomatic, it may lead to complications such as abnormal bleeding, chronic …

Introduction Bladder injury during caesarean section (CS) is not uncommon. Various factors increase the risk of bladder injury during CS, including prolonged labor with bladder distension, pregnancy with a scarred uterus, suspected intra-ab…

Background Endometriosis is a gynecological conundrum because of its challenging diagnosis and treatment. It seems to affect every aspect of a woman's reproductive system, rendering her incapable of conceiving or achieving a successful preg…

Purpose This study delves into the epidemiology of high-risk human papillomavirus (HR-HPV) infection and its link to precancerous lesions among perimenopausal (40-59 years) and elderly (60-65 years) women in a Chinese county with a notably …

AIM: This study aimed to determine the prevalence of microbiologically confirmed female genital tuberculosis (FGTB) infection in patients attending a tertiary care hospital in North India. MATERIALS AND METHODS: A total of 623 endometrial …

Introduction Primary dysmenorrhea is a common menstrual disorder causing significant physical and emotional discomfort, particularly among young women. This study aimed to determine the prevalence of primary dysmenorrhea, its associated sym…

Primary extrapelvic endometriosis is the presence of endometrial tissue in sites outside the uterine cavity in an individual who has had no prior abdominal surgeries. Various theories have been postulated to describe the etiology of endomet…

Ectopic pregnancy (EP) constitutes 1%-2% of all pregnancies and is one of the leading causes of maternal morbidity and mortality. The most common site of ectopic pregnancy is the ampulla. Ectopic ovarian pregnancy (EOP) is one of the rare e…

The urachus is a tubular vestigial remnant extending from the anterior dome of the bladder to the umbilicus. Carcinoma arising from it is uncommon but aggressive. Primary urachal carcinoma, an epithelial neoplasm, is one such abnormality wh…