Pelvic organ prolapse meshes: Can they preserve the physiological behavior?

Implants for the cure of female genital prolapse still show numerous complications cases that sometimes have dramatic consequences. These implants must be improved to provide physiological support and restore the normal functionalities of the pelvic area. Besides the trend towards lighter meshes, a better understanding of the in vivo role and impact of the mesh implantation is required.

Pelvic endometriosis: Refer to the surgeon at the right moment: Pelvic endometriosis: When refer to the surgeon?

Background: As endometriosis is not a single condition but different morphological types, it is easy to conceive that its management allow for a diversity of approaches. The objective of this literature review is about a simplified pathway through care for patients with endometriosis, and to target the right time for surgical treatment.

Methods: Through a literature and references review, the different surgical care arrangements according to attainment, to symptoms and to the patients demands and expectations are reviewed.

[Tooth and pregnancy, a public health issue].

Pregnancy is a particularly risky moment for periodontal and oral healthcare. The main diseases encountered are the development or worsening of carious lesions and gestational periodontal diseases such as gingivitis, epulis or gestational periodontitis. There is a lack of knowledge from health professionals and their patients, firstly on the link between poor oral hygiene and the impact on pregnancy, and secondly on the feasibility of oral care during pregnancy.

Design of a Serious Game for Handling Obstetrical Emergencies.

Background: The emergence of new technologies in the obstetrical field should lead to the development of learning applications, specifically for obstetrical emergencies. Many childbirth simulations have been recently developed. However, to date none of them have been integrated into a serious game.