New Immunological Indexes for the Effect of Systemic Inflammation on Oocyte and Embryo Development in Women With Unexplained Infertility: Systemic Immune Response Index and Pan-Immune-Inflammation Value.

Problem: Predicting the impact of systemic inflammation on oocyte and embryonic development in unexplained infertile women using the new immunological indexes.

Method Of Study: This retrospective cohort study was conducted using the records of the In Vitro Fertilization Department of Ankara Gülhane Training and Research Hospital. After reviewing the records of patients who had undergone in vitro fertilization (IVF) for unexplained infertility (UI) and excluding all known factors that could cause systemic immune inflammation, the systemic immune response index (SIRI), and pan-immune score were calculated from the pre-treatment hemogram parameters between the embryo arrest (EA) group and the embryo transfer group.

Live birth rate following endometrial preparation with daily versus depot GnRH agonist.

Background: Gonadotrophin-releasing hormone agonist (GnRHa) downregulates gonadotropin secretion in the pituitary gland. It is used both in ovulation induction protocols and in artificial endometrium preparation. Frozen-thawed embryo transfer to artificially prepared endometrium (FET-APE) is a frequent procedure in vitro fertilization (IVF) which requires GnRHa.

Repeated application of luteal phase oestradiol/GnRH antagonist priming increases IVF success for poor ovarian reserve patients.

We aimed to compare repeated LPP (luteal phase oestradiol LPP/GnRH antagonists protocol) treatment with different protocol results with poor ovarian response (POR) patients. Two hundred and ninety-three cycles with poor ovarian reserve who underwent LPP, microdose flare up protocol and antagonist protocol were included in the study. Of these, 38 patients were applied LPP in the first cycle and LPP in the second cycle.

The timing of micro-TESE: what is the ideal age for male and female partner to bring a child to home?

Objective: The aim of this study was to analyze the results of microsurgical testicular sperm extraction (micro-TESE) and investigate the potential factors that may affect the successful sperm retrieval and timing of micro-TESE.

Methods: A total of 56 patients with nonobstructive azoospermia (NOA) who underwent micro-TESE procedure between January 2017 and December 2019 were retrospectively analyzed. The patient age, marriage duration, infertility duration, smoking, chronic illness, varicocele status, previous scrotal surgeries, and the presence of genetic disease were noted by an urologist for all patients.

Double daily doses of cetrorelix may raise follicular phase progesterone more compared to single doses in poor ovarian response patients.

Purpose: There is evidence that follicular phase progesterone rise [FPPR] adversely affects fresh in vitro fertilization [IVF] cycles. A single daily dose of cetrorelix has been used to prevent early luteinizing Hormone (LH) surge. We speculated that doubling the daily dose might have a positive effect in patients who have early LH surges despite receiving the single daily dose treatment.

Investigation of transfer results of human embryos that were vitrified and thawed at the cleavage, morula and blastocyst stages.

The objective of this study was to compare the rates of clinical pregnancy after the transfer of vitrified and thawed human embryos on days 3, 4 and 5 of embryonic development. In this retrospective study, the results of 148 embryo transfer cycles, using embryos frozen and thawed over the 3-year period between January 2016 and December 2018 at the Gülhane Training and Research Hospital Department of Gynecology and Obsterics Reproductive Medical Center of the University of Health Sciences, Ankara, Turkey were examined. Following embryo transfer - including 29 dissolved embryos frozen on day 3, 80 frozen on day 4, and 39 frozen on day 5 - results were examined in terms of clinical pregnancy rates.

Musculoskeletal pain and symptoms in pregnancy: a descriptive study.

Background: Pregnancy-induced hormonal and physiologic changes increase the risk of musculoskeletal problems in pregnancy. The purpose of this report is to provide a comprehensive look at the musculoskeletal pain and symptoms experienced during pregnancy.

Methods: A total of 184 women (mean age 30.

Arm reduced robotic-assisted laparoscopic hysterectomy with transvaginal cuff closure.

Introduction: The use of robotics for benign etiology in gynecology has not proven to be more beneficial when compared to traditional laparoscopy. The major concern regarding robotic hysterectomy stems from its high cost.

Aim: To evaluate the clinical utility and effectiveness of one-arm reduced robotic-assisted laparoscopic hysterectomy as a cost-effective surgical option for total robotic hysterectomy.

Unicornuate uterus with a rudimentary horn diagnosed at scheduled third Cesarean Section.

A unicornuate uterus with a rudimentary horn is an anomaly caused by defective fusion of the Müllerian duct, estimated to occur in one in 76,000 pregnancies. Life threateningly heavy bleeding is a highly expected clinical consequence of such pregnancies. According to the known literature, only two living twins and few living singleton pregnancies have been reported up to now.

Plasma Free Fatty Acids in Hyperemesis Gravidarum Pregnancy.

Unlabelled: We evaluated the free fatty acids differences in plasma between hyperemesis gravidarum(HG) and healthy pregnant in first trimester pregnancy.

Objective: We aimed to compare the plasma levels of DHA, AA and EPA, between HG patients and healthy pregnant women.

Design: Fifty-two pregnants were involved in the study.

The effect of anatomical placental location on the third stage of labor.

According to the lower uterine segment and trophotropism hypotheses of placental implantation, placentation occurs in uterine segments with a high blood supply. The present study was designed to determine the clinical implications of these hypotheses by assessing the dynamics of the third stage of labor. Two-hundred and ninety-two prospectively followed pregnant women were assessed at the time of delivery.

Value of vaginal cervical position in estimating uterine anatomy.

The anatomy of the uterus is defined with the angles of the vagina, cervix and uterine corpus. Hereunder there are angles of version and flexion. The cervical position observed during the vaginal speculum examination, may give information about the uterine anatomy.

Effects of Levonorgestrel Intrauterine System on Patients with Female Sexual Dysfunction.

OBJECTIVE: To examine the effects of a levonorgestrel-releasing intrauterine device (LID) in patients with female sexual dysfunction and who were using this device for contraception. STUDY DESIGN: The results before device application and at the 6-month follow-up were compared using the female sexual function index (FSFI) test on a sample of 36 patients with female sexual dysfunction who had requested the use of the LID for contraception. RESULTS: The FSFI scores before the placement of an LID and at 6-month follow-up were determined to be 19.

Safety, Efficiency, and Outcomes of Perineoplasty: Treatment of the Sensation of a Wide Vagina.

Background. The sensation of a wide vagina is a common problem for women after childbirth. As its etiology is unknown, there is no uniform management strategy.

Risk of HSIL (CIN 2-3) on colposcopic biopsy is minimal in postmenopausal women with LSIL on cytology and a negative HRHPV test.

Background: Current cervical cancer screening guidelines recommend a 1-year follow-up period for patients with a postmenopausal low-grade squamous intraepithelial lesion (LSIL) who are test negative for high-risk human papillomavirus (HrHPV). The aim of this study was to assess whether such patients had an increased immediate risk of high-grade squamous intraepithelial lesion.

Methods: We assessed 54 HrHPV-negative women with postmenopausal LSIL in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology of our hospital between 2012 and 2013.

Comparison of the Perioperative Outcomes of a Vessel Sealing Instrument-Assisted Technique with a Conventional Technique in Abdominal Myomectomy.

Introduction: In gynaecologic practice, LigaSure Precise(TM) is generally used in endoscopic and open surgeries, such as hysterectomy, adnexectomy, and cancer surgery. However, there is no case report or main research article where LigaSure Precise(TM) has been used for myomectomy. We want to compare a technique using a vessel sealing instrument with a conventional technique in abdominal myomectomy.

Long Term Patient Satisfaction of Burch Colposuspension with or Without Concomitant Total Abdominal Hysterectomy.

Introduction: Urinary incontinence negatively affects the quality of life. Various methods are used in the treatment of stress incontinence. Burch colposuspension (BC) is the classical treatment of urinary incontinence.

Using Wood's Light as a Diagnostic Tool for Vaginal Atrophy.

Introduction: Wood's light lamp is a device that emits ultraviolet (UV) light and is a useful diagnostic tool for dermatologic disorders. The change in the thickness of vaginal mucosa, in vaginal atrophy, causes a change in its colour under Wood's light. We wanted to assess the feasibility of Wood's light (WL) as a diagnostic tool for vaginal atrophy.

Green serum and pregnancy: Case report.

Objectives: This report investigates the etiology of green serum within pregnancy.

Patient And Methods: A 24-year-old patient applied to our clinic for a routine control examination at her 25th week of pregnancy. In her repeated blood analysis, green serum was observed after centrifugation of the blood sample taken for an oral glucose tolerance test.

A modified technique to reduce spillage and the operative time in laparoscopic dermoid cyst excision.

Introduction: To determine whether controlled drilling, cyst excision, and removal in a bag can reduce the operative time and intraperitoneal spillage in dermoid cysts.

Materials And Methods: Laparoscopic dermoid cyst excision was performed in 45 women using a different technique: controlled drilling of dermoid cysts in a bag, excision of these cysts, and their removal in the same bag.

Results: The median age of the patients was 29.

Case report of a rare dermatosis in pregnancy: impetigo herpetiformis.

Impetigo herpetiformis (IH) is a very rare type of dermatosis seen in pregnancy. According to the published work, IH during pregnancy is associated with the risk of stillbirth, and obstetric management in such cases is very important. Early recognition is important to reduce both maternal and fetal morbidity.

A simple set for ıntrauterine fetal blood transfusion constructed by readily available materials in every clinic.

Intrauterine fetal transfusion needs extensive experience and requires excellent eye-hand coordination, good equipment and experienced team workers to achieve success. While the needle is in the umbilical vein, an assistant withdraws and/or transfuses blood. The needle point should be kept still to prevent lacerations and dislodging.

Increased neopterin level and chitotriosidase activity in pregnant women with threatened preterm labor.

Objectives: To determine whether the cellular inflammatory markers of activated macrophages, neopterin (NEO), chitotriosidase activity and the acute-phase inflammatory marker C-reactive protein (CRP) are elevated in pregnancy with threatened preterm labor (TPL).

Methods: Thirty-two pregnant women with TPL and 32 women with uncomplicated pregnancy (UP) were included this study. The primary aim was to compare the NEO, chitotriosidase activity and CRP levels between women with TPL and women with UP.

The effect of the use of oxytocin on blood loss during different postpartum periods.

Objective: Postpartum hemorrhage is the most important reason for maternal mortality. In developed countries, the reason of 13% of maternal deaths is postpartum hemorrhage while this percentage reaches more than 30% in other countries. In this study, the effect of oxytocin use in different times at the 3rd stage of delivery on changes in the postpartum hemoglobin levels was compared.