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Is There a Link Between Miscarriage and Future Cardiovascular Disease?

In this Scottish retrospective cohort study of 60,000 women, two or more miscarriages were found to increase the risk of future ischemic heart disease by two- to three-fold.

Does a History of D&C Increase the Risk of Premature Delivery?

In a meta-analysis, a history of dilation and curettage for management of miscarriage or termination of pregnancy was associated with an increased risk of preterm birth in a subsequent pregnancy but the association is weak and most likely explained by confounding.

Low-dose Aspirin and Preeclampsia

A study comparing outcomes before and after offering low-dose aspirin to patients who were deemed to be high risk by a first trimester protocol showed a decrease in preterm birth prior to 34 weeks and a decrease in early-onset preeclampsia.

Menopausal Hormone Therapy: Useful and Indicated for Vasomotor Symptoms

The benefits may exceed the risks for most women within 10 years of menopause.

Recurrence Rate for Placental Abruption

A study from the Netherlands involving more than 1 million patients has shown that recurrence of placental abruption happens more frequently in those patients whose first abruption occurred at term and/or in their first pregnancy, as well as in those with a history of hypertension.

Hormone Replacement Therapy Controversies: Have We Harmed Women?

The interpretation of hormone replacement therapy in postmenopausal women has varied dramatically before and after the publication of the Women’s Health Initiative study in 2002. New studies question the validity of the conclusions reached by the investigators.

Molecular Diagnostics: A Step Forward in Breast Cancer Treatment?

Use of a gene-expression assay to predict prognosis may reduce the need for adjuvant chemotherapy in some women with early stage invasive breast cancer.

New Data on Atraumatic Tenaculum Pain Scores

ABSTRACT & COMMENTARY: There was no difference in pain scores between the standard single-tooth tenaculum and the atraumatic vulsellum tenaculum.

Immediate Postpartum IUD Insertion: Ready for Prime Time?

It is no secret that long-acting reversible contraception, such as intrauterine devices and implants, are among the most effective methods.

Screening for Fetal Chromosome Abnormalities: What Combination Makes the Most Sense?

Recent studies using data from the California Prenatal Screening Program show that standard screening protocols, which combine first trimester ultrasound and biochemistry with second trimester biochemistry, has a very acceptable detection rate and outperforms NIPT in cost-effectiveness in low-risk patients.