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Postpartum Ovarian Vein Thrombosis: Clinical Case

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Abstract Ovarian vein thrombosis (OVT) is a rare but potentially serious postpartum complication, which occurs in 0.05% to 0.18% of pregnancies and is diagnosed on the right side in 80% to 90% of the cases [1,2]. As OVT can mimic acute abdomen it should be considered in the differential diagnosis of postpartum acute abdomen [3]. We present a case of a 29-year-old female who presented a diffuse abdominal pain, fever and vomit on her third postpartum day. Her computed tomography demonstrated left ovarian vein repletion defect compatible with the presence of a thrombus. She was treated with enoxaparin and antibiotics, which lead to a resolution of the thrombus. Our case highlights the importance of prompt diagnosis and treatment of OVT in order to prevent morbidity and mortality. Read More About This Article: https://crimsonpublishers.com/igrwh/fulltext/IGRWH.000561.php Read More About Crimson Publishers:  https://crimsonpublishers.com/

Pseudoaneurysm of the Uterine Artery After Abdominal Bilateral Salpingo-Oophorectomy Caused by Tubo-Ovarian Abscess: A Literature Review

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  Abstract Uterine artery pseudoaneurysms (UAPs) are rare vascular lesions and may be life threatening if not diagnosed and properly treated. Tubo-ovarian abscess (TOA) represents an end stage process of pelvic inflammatory disease and the definitive therapy is surgery. We describe the case of a woman with a UAP after abdominal bilateral sapling-oophorectomy caused by a TOA. Six days later, she presented with sharp abdominal pain, and a Jackson-Pratt drain was filled with 70cc per hour. Selective uterine artery angiography demonstrated a UAP, and embolization was performed successfully. And we reviewed 10 cases of pseudoaneurysm after a gynecological operation, especially the first symptoms and diagnosis methods. In conclusion, UAP suspicion is required in the event of first symptoms such as vaginal spotting, abdominal discomfort/pain, fever, dizziness, etc. And, if it is suspected even slightly, an imaging works up should be conducted in a timely manner to quickly achieve diagnosis an

Impact of Cervix Uterine Cancer Screening in the Indian Park of Xingu

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Abstract Background: There are few exploratory studies on Human Papillomavirus (HPV) infection and cervical cancer in indigenous populations. Because these women represent a very peculiar population in terms of habits and cultural rituals of its own, HPV infection and its related-oncogenesis potential could not denote the same progression characteristics as compared to the other populations commonly studied. The aim of this study was to evaluate 13 years of cervical cancer screening actions and assistance in the Xingu Indigenous Park, through cytological analysis and DNA-HPV molecular test. Methods: This is an observational, transversal and retrospective study conducted by data analysis of screening and control actions of uterine cervical HPV-associated lesions in the scope of the Xingu project supported by the Universidad Federal de São Paulo (UNIFESP), Brazil. The population studied consisted of indigenous, sexually active women, aged 11 years or older, belonging to sixteen ethni

Prevalence of Bacterial Vaginosis in Preterm and Term Labour-An Observational Study

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Abstract Background: Bacterial vaginosis is a clinical condition caused by replacement of the normal hydrogen peroxide producing Lactobacillus sp. in the vagina with high concentrations of characteristic sets of aerobic and anaerobic bacteria. Bacterial vaginosis is believed to be a risk factor for preterm delivery. Bacterial vaginosis is reported in 10 - 41% of women with evidence of maternal and fetal morbidity. Studies have shown that spontaneous abortion, preterm labour (PTL), premature birth, preterm premature rupture of membranes, amniotic fluid infection, postpartum endometritis are increased because of infection with bacterial vaginosis during pregnancy. Objectives: To study the prevalence of bacterial vaginosis in women presenting with preterm labour and term labour, to analyze the causal relationship between BV and PTL and to analyze the maternal and fetal complications associated with bacterial vaginosis. Materials and methods: An observational study involving 100 pat

Longitudinal Versus Horizontal Uterine Incision of Intramural Myoma Regarding Complications in Abdominal Myomectomy

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Abstract Objective: To compare between different uterine wall incision direction, vertical incision and transverse incision in abdominal myomectomy of intramural myoma regarding to complications.   Methods: The study were conducted on 60 patients attending the shatby University Maternity Hospital underwent abdominal myomectomy for a single site intramural myoma. They were randomly divided into vertical incision group (30 patient) and a transverse incision group (30 patient). The intra-opera- tive blood loss, uterine wound size. Results: We proved that there was no significant difference between both incision regarding intra-oper- ative blood loss, uterine incision size. Read More About This Article: https://crimsonpublishers.com/igrwh/fulltext/IGRWH.000556.php Read More About Crimson Publishers: https://crimsonpublishers.com/

Beta-Estradiol, Hemorheology and Women Health

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Abstract The best way to protect women's health is still a challenge. Although beta-estradiol protects women from thromboembolism and cardiovascular disease, the introduction of exogenous hormones causes the opposite effect. This article discusses how impaired hemorheology may be the cause of the paradoxical effects of hormones on women's health and why future treatments also should improve hemorheological parameters. Read More About This Article: https://crimsonpublishers.com/igrwh/fulltext/IGRWH.000555.php Read More About Crimson Publishers: https://crimsonpublishers.com/