Pediatric and Adolescent Gynecology Experience in Obstetrics and Gynecology Residency Training Across the United States.

Study Objective: The purpose of this study is to better understand the pediatric and adolescent gynecology (PAG) experience from the obstetrics and gynecology (OBGYN) resident perspective and its impact on physician comfort with caring for younger patients.

Methods: This is a cross-sectional survey study of physicians enrolled in OBGYN residency programs in the United States. For each program, an internet search was also performed to identify the closest PAG providers.

Malnutrition is Associated with Poor Postoperative Outcomes Following Laparoscopic Hysterectomy.

Background: Malnutrition continues to be pervasive among the general population, with rates as high as 50% of patients undergoing surgical procedures. Data is limited about women undergoing surgery for non-malignant gynecologic indications (generally elective laparoscopic hysterectomies, after failed conservative measures). With the significant increase in benign gynecologic surgery, it is of the upmost importance that surgeons optimize modifiable risk factors for patients undergoing laparoscopic hysterectomy.

Outcomes of Paradoxical Vocal Cord Motion Diagnosed in Childhood.

Objectives: To explore long-term patient reported outcome (PRO) measures of pediatric paradoxical vocal cord motion (PVCM) including ease of diagnosis, management, symptom duration and effect on quality of life.

Methods: All children >8 years of age diagnosed with PVCM at a tertiary pediatric hospital between 2006 and 2017 were invited to complete a survey addressing study objectives.

Results: 21/47 eligible participants could be contacted and 18/21 (86%) participated.