Current opinion in obstetrics & gynecology

PURPOSE OF REVIEW: Abdominal wall endometriosis (AWE) is rare with limited evidence guiding diagnosis and treatment. The purpose of this review is to provide an update of the diagnosis, perioperative considerations, and treatment of AWE. R…

PURPOSE OF REVIEW: To discuss optimal management of an assisted reproductive technology (ART) cycle in women with endometriosis. RECENT FINDINGS: New studies involving euploid embryo transfers provide more insight on the etiology of endome…

PURPOSE OF REVIEW: In this review, we aim to describe uncommon pathologies that gynecologic surgeons may reasonably encounter on surgical specimens following benign gynecologic surgery. RECENT FINDINGS: Herein, we describe uncommon patholo…

PURPOSE OF REVIEW: Endometrial stem cells (ESCs) are multipotent cells that are thought to originate locally in the endometrium as well as in the bone marrow (BM). They have remarkable plasticity and hold promise as an autologous source for…

PURPOSE OF REVIEW: To review current US literature and describe the extent, source, and impact of disparities that exist among Black, Indigenous, and people of color (BIPOC) in surgical route and outcomes for hysterectomy, myomectomy, and e…

PURPOSE OF REVIEW: The current gold standard for diagnosing endometriosis is laparoscopy with tissue biopsy. This review presents new evidence regarding advanced imaging for more optimal clinical assessment and preoperative evaluation for e…

PURPOSE OF REVIEW: The purpose of this review is to summarize and highlight recent critical advances in the diagnosis, classification, and management of adenomyosis. RECENT FINDINGS: Recent studies have clarified the specific mechanism thr…

PURPOSE OF REVIEW: To investigate the JZE alterations in gynecological and obstetrical disorders and impact on diagnosis, prognosis and treatment. RECENT FINDINGS: JZE was found to be significantly extended in patients with endometriosis, …

PURPOSE OF REVIEW: Use of patient-reported outcome measures in clinical practice and research is becoming more prevalent and reflects initiatives to center the patient in healthcare delivery and outcomes assessment. The purpose of this revi…

PURPOSE OF REVIEW: Postmenopausal endometriosis is a gynecologic disease, affecting 2-5% of postmenopausal woman. Current literature assessing the prevalence, pathogenesis, and treatment of this uncommon condition is limited, stressing the …

PURPOSE OF REVIEW: The present article provides an overview of the molecular mechanisms underlying adolescent endometriosis and advances in both medical and surgical management. RECENT FINDINGS: Molecular and cellular features of endometri…

PURPOSE OF REVIEW: Surgery has traditionally been the primary treatment option for endometriosis-related infertility of any phenotype. However, advances and refinements of assisted reproductive technologies (ART) permit a more conservative …

PURPOSE OF REVIEW: To review recent findings related to possible causes of recurrent implantation failure of endometrial origin in normal uterus. RECENT FINDINGS: Recent evidences suggest that in apparently normal endometria, RIF may assoc…

PURPOSE OF REVIEW: Postoperative urinary retention (POUR) is a common occurrence after minimally invasive gynecologic surgery (MIGS). This review discusses the definition, incidence, evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment of POUR after MIGS. …

PURPOSE OF REVIEW: The current review provides an update on recent advances in stem cell biology relevant to female reproduction. RECENT FINDINGS: Stem cells are undifferentiated cells that often serve as a reservoir of cells to regenerate…

PURPOSE OF REVIEW: The risk-benefit ratio of concurrent appendectomy at the time of gynecologic surgery has long been debated and remains controversial. However, emerging data on the appendix's role in chronic pain syndromes point to a prev…

PURPOSE OF REVIEW: The current article addresses recent literature regarding the diagnosis and management of endometriosis in adolescents. RECENT FINDINGS: An increasing body of literature suggests that advanced-stage endometriosis (revise…

PURPOSE OF REVIEW: Adenomyosis is commonly diagnosed in women of reproductive age. Interest in conservative interventions has grown as more women desire fertility preservation or avoidance of hysterectomy. This review discusses surgical and…

PURPOSE OF REVIEW: Chronic pelvic pain and dysmenorrhea are common conditions affecting reproductive-age women. Surgical pelvic denervation procedures may be a treatment option for women with midline dysmenorrhea, in which medical managemen…

PURPOSE OF REVIEW: To provide an update on nonsurgical and nonpharmacologic strategies for the management of chronic pelvic pain (CPP). RECENT FINDINGS: Effective treatment of patients with CPP requires a multifaceted approach, with though…

PURPOSE OF REVIEW: There is increasing use of fertility medications for ovulation induction and ovarian stimulation for in-vitro fertilization in the treatment of female infertility. In this review, recent literature regarding the associati…

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…

PURPOSE OF REVIEW: Endometriosis is a common gynecologic condition estimated to affect 10-15% of reproductive-aged women, 30% of women with subfertility, and 80% of women with chronic pelvic pain. Although mainstays of diagnosis and treatme…

PURPOSE OF REVIEW: The objective of this study is to review an evidence-based approach to surgical treatment of key chronic pelvic pain (CPP) contributors emphasizing the importance of preoperative evaluation and counseling. RECENT FINDING…

PURPOSE OF REVIEW: Surgery can be an important treatment option for women with symptomatic endometriosis. This review summarizes the recommended preoperative work up and techniques in minimally invasive surgery for treatment of deeply infil…