Eur Radiol
November 2024
Objective: To evaluate the diagnostic accuracy and reliability of the Ovarian-Adnexal Reporting and Data System (O-RADS) ultrasound v2019 in classifying adnexal masses (AMs) and compare the old and updated systems (v2022).
Patients And Methods: This prospective study enrolled 977 consecutive women with suspected AMs from three institutions between January 2022 and December 2023. Ultrasound examinations were performed by three experienced radiologists who categorized AMs according to O-RADS ultrasound v2019.
Objective: The aim of our study was to assess the impact of sequential embryo transfer on pregnancy outcomes among patients with recurrent implantation failure (RIF).
Methods: We conducted a comprehensive search across various databases for eligible clinical trials from inception to January 2024. Randomized controlled trials (RCTs) were included if they compared sequential embryo transfer, comprising both cleavage-stage and blastocyst-stage embryos, with other transfer protocols in infertile women with repeated implantation failure.
Although the expected benefits of the Mediterranean diet (MD) are comprehensive, its implementation is hampered by poor adherence. Several factors can affect adherence to MD guidelines. The current study aimed to explore sociodemographic and pregnancy-related determinants of MD adherence among Saudi women.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFAim: To conduct the first-ever systematic review and meta-analysis evaluating calcium infusion versus cabergoline in preventing ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome (OHSS) among high-risk women undergoing assisted reproductive technology.
Methods: Six databases were screened from inception until April 1, 2024. The included randomized and non-randomized controlled studies were assessed for quality.
Diabetes Metab Syndr Obes
July 2024
Background: Postpartum depression (PPD) is a significant mental health concern affecting mothers globally. However, research on PPD prevalence and risk factors in Najran City, Saudi Arabia, is limited.
Study Aim: this cross-sectional study aimed to determine the prevalence and risk factors associated with PPD among mothers in Najran City.
This systematic review and meta-analysis aimed to explore the effectiveness of preoperative multimedia educational sessions on the levels of anxiety and satisfaction among women undergoing cesarean section (CS). The Scopus, PubMed, and Cochrane databases were searched without language limitations for eligible randomized controlled trials (RCTs) published from their inception up to October 15, 2023. A random-effect meta-analysis was conducted, and the quality of this meta-analysis was evaluated using the GRADE (Grading of Recommendations Assessment, Development, and Evaluation) approach.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFIntroduction: To evaluate the effect of injecting vasopressin during laparoscopic excision of ovarian endometriomas on ovarian reserve.
Evidence Acquisition: Four different databases (PubMed, Cochrane Library, Scopus, and ISI Web of Science) were searched to identify relevant studies in March 2023. We selected randomized controlled trials (RCTs) that compared vasopressin injection in the intervention group versus no injection of vasopressin in the control group among women undergoing laparoscopic cystectomy of ovarian endometriomas.
Background: We investigated the potential association between Marfan Syndrome (MFS) and adverse obstetric outcomes using the National Inpatient Sample (NIS) database.
Methods: We utilized the International Classification of Diseases (ICD-10) system to identify relevant codes and extracted data from the NIS database covering the period 2016-2019. Descriptive statistics and χ tests were employed to summarize and compare baseline characteristics.
Objective: To compare Foley catheter insertion by digital blind method to its placement with a sterile speculum in women with unripe cervix for induction of labor.
Methods: A systematic search was conducted in Cochrane Library, PubMed, Web of Science, and Scopus databases for randomized clinical trials (RCTs) from inception to July 2023. Included studies compared digital to speculum placement of the Foley catheter for labor induction.
Background: Labor pain is considered the worst pain in a woman's life. Hence, pain control should be essential to labor management at any level. There is scarce information, and there are gaps regarding the knowledge, attitude, and barriers to the utilization of nonpharmacological approaches for pain relief in Saudi Arabia.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFObjective: To compare letrozole in combination with gonadotropins versus letrozole monotherapy in ovulation induction and clinical pregnancy among infertile women with polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS).
Methods: Several databases were searched for available clinical trials from inception until March 2023. We selected randomized controlled trials (RCTs) that compared sequential letrozole/gonadotropin versus letrozole alone among infertile women who met the Rotterdam criteria for PCOS.
Background: Traditionally, pharmacological pain relief methods have been the most acceptable option for controlling labor pain, accompanied by numerous adverse consequences. Non-pharmacological labor pain relive methods can reduce labor pain while maintaining an effective and satisfying delivery experience and delaying the use of pharmacological methods. This study explores the utilization of non-pharmacological labor pain relive methods and its associated factors among midwives and maternity nurses.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFImpaired vitamin D status is highly prevalent among women with UFs. The objective of this first-ever systematic review and meta-analysis was to summarize the effect of vitamin D supplementation on the size of uterine fibroids (UFs). We performed a comprehensive literature search for published randomized controlled trials (RCTs) in Medline, Scopus, Web of Science, and Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials from inception to September 2022.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFThis study aimed to review randomized controlled trials (RCTs) investigating the effects of dietary antioxidant supplements on the severity of endometriosis-related pain symptoms. The PubMed/Medline, Scopus, and Web of Science databases were searched until April 2022. Additionally, we manually searched the reference lists.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground: Fear of Childbirth (FOC) can significantly impact women's physical and psychological health; therefore, healthcare providers must provide proactive care, which means they have to intervene before FOC becomes tokophobia. This study's purpose is to evaluate the determinants of prenatal childbirth fear during the third trimester among low-risk expectant mothers.
Methods: A cross-sectional comparative study was conducted at the Maternal and Children Hospital's outpatient clinics in Najran City, Saudi Arabia, from April to July 2023.
Objective: Our study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of virtual reality (VR) intervention for pain and anxiety relief during outpatient hysteroscopy.
Methods: Various databases were searched for available clinical trials from inception until June 2023. We selected randomized controlled trials (RCTs) that compared virtual reality intervention versus standard care among women undergoing outpatient hysteroscopy.
Background: Vaginismus is a distressing sexual dysfunction that can profoundly impact women's physical and psychological well-being. Understanding its prevalence and associated factors is crucial for effective healthcare provision. This study aims to investigate the prevalence of vaginismus and assess knowledge about the condition among women in Najran, Saudi Arabia.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFInt J Womens Health
December 2023
Background: Bacterial vaginosis is one of the most frequent vaginal tract infections during pregnancy. It is characterized by elevated vaginal pH, milky, creamy discharge, and an amine- or fishy-smelling odor.
Study Aim: Our study aimed to describe the characteristics and presenting manifestations of bacterial vaginosis in pregnant women.
Assisted reproductive technologies (ART) have become a vital option for women facing fertility challenges. One of the potential interventions being explored is the use of sildenafil citrate (SC) to improve clinical outcomes in ART procedures. The aim of this study was to assess the impact of SC on clinical outcomes in women undergoing ART.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFIntroduction: The increasing Cesarean Section (CS) rates may be attributed to women's increasing requests for elective CS. High Fear of Childbirth (FOC), especially among nulliparous women, may be significantly associated with CS preference without medical indications. The current study aims to investigate the impact of childbirth fear on the mode of delivery preference among nulliparous women.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFEur J Obstet Gynecol Reprod Biol
January 2024
Objective: This study aimed to investigate the relationship between endometriosis and adverse obstetric outcomes using data from the National Inpatient Sample (NIS) database.
Methods: The ICD-10 coding system was used to identify codes for endometriosis and obstetric outcomes, and data from the NIS (2016-2019) were analyzed. Descriptive statistics were used to summarize variables, while the chi-square test was used to detect significant differences for categorical variables.
Background: Pregnancy and postpartum period are associated with stress and pain. Chronic medical conditions can aggravate depressive and psychotic mental illnesses in the peripartum period.
Aim: The study aimed to investigate the association between different chronic medical conditions and mental illnesses during pregnancy and the postpartum period using the National Inpatient Sample (NIS).