Surgical outcomes in patients aged 70 years and older following uterosacral ligament suspension: a comparative study.

Purpose: The number of elderly patients bothered by pelvic organ prolapse symptoms is growing rapidly. The aim of this study was to evaluate the relationship between age and surgical outcomes in women undergoing uterosacral ligament suspension for treatment of apical prolapse.

Methods: We performed a retrospective cohort study including women who underwent uterosacral ligament suspension between 2010 and 2020.

Artificial rupture of membranes as a mode for induction of labor in women with a previous cesarean section- a retrospective cohort study.

Background: Induction of labor in women with a previous cesarean section (CS) is associated with increased rates of uterine rupture and failed attempt for vaginal delivery. Prostaglandins use is contraindicated in this population, limiting available options for cervical ripening.

Objective: To evaluate the efficacy and safety of artificial rupture of membranes (AROM) as a mode of Induction of labor (IOL) in women with a previous cesarean section.