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A Comparison of Two Methods to Determine the Presence of High-risk HPV Cervical Infections
The clinical viability of a laboratory-developed test using the Invader HPV reagents was determined.
Journal Article, September 2008
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Vitamin D and Mood Disorders Among Women: An Integrative Review
Might vitamin D deficiency increase the risk of mood disorders in women? If an association exists, what mechanisms might be influential to this relationship?
Journal Article, September 2008
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Prognostic Impact of Marginal Adipose Tissue Invasion in Ductal Carcinoma of the Breast
This study investigated adipose tissue invasion of cancer cells at the tumor margin; does it influence lymph node status and prognosis in patients with invasive ductal carcinoma of the breast?
Journal Article, September 2008
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Surgical Resection and Reconstruction for Advanced and Recurrent Gynecologic Malignancies
Surgical management of gynecologic cancer has evolved to more comprehensive staging procedures. Surgical resection/reconstruction of advanced/recurrent ovarian/endometrial/cervical cancers is reviewed
Journal Article, September 2008
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Women and Heart Disease: Missed Opportunities
Eighty-seven percent of women failed to cite heart disease as a major health threat according to a national survey. Health care providers are key to both CVD screening and raising women's awareness.
Journal Article, September 2008
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Perinatal Outcome of Twin Pregnancies in Women of Advanced Age
How does the outcome of twin pregnancies in primiparous women of advanced age (>=35 years) compare to the pregnancy outcome of twins of primiparae aged 25 to 29 years?
Journal Article, September 2008
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Fecal Incontinence in Women: Causes and Treatment
The time is opportune to review fecal incontinence in women due to a surge in new research over the past 5 years. What are the risk factors, approaches for prevention, and treatment options for women?
Journal Article, September 2008
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Fecundability and Spontaneous Abortions in Women With Self-Reported Oligo-Amenorrhea and/or Hirsutism: Northern Finland Birth Cohort 1966 Study
Do women with PCOS really have higher risk for spontaneous abortion? What percentage of women with self-reported oligo-amenorrhea and/or hirsutism have been able to conceive or have had a miscarriage?
Journal Article, September 2008
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Predicting Outcomes in Pregnancies of Unknown Location
Serum progesterone and HCG levels, mathematical models and other factors can help predict the outcomes of pregnancies of unknown location (PULs). What is involved in the management of women with PULs?
Journal Article, September 2008
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CME
Evaluation and Management of a Patient With a Bladder Mass of Uncertain Etiology
Inflammatory myofibroblastic tumors (IMTs) can occur in many areas of the body and mimic more serious cancerous tumors. The current review describes the best means to diagnose and treat IMTs.
Journal Article, September 2008
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Outbreak of Salmonella Serotype Saintpaul Infections Associated With Multiple Raw Produce Items -- United States, 2008
Four cases of Salmonella Saintpaul infection were reported to CDC by New Mexico Department of Health in May. The outbreak expanded in the following weeks. What were the results of the investigations?
Journal Article, August 2008
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What Clinicians Should Know About Generic Antiepileptic Drugs
What are the potential issues concerning the generic substitution of antiepileptic drugs?
Expert Viewpoint, August 2008
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Multidisciplinary Treatment of Epilepsy: Important Considerations for Neurologists, Primary Care Physicians, Nurses, and Pharmacists
What are the most important issues today in the treatment and management of patients with seizure disorders?
Expert Viewpoint, August 2008
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Suicide after Bereavement--An Overlooked Problem: Commentary from F1000
One in every 600 widowers committed suicide in the first year of bereavement: PCPs can help--ranked "must read" from F1000.
Journal Article, August 2008
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Electronic Personal Health Records: Should Doctors Worry?
Matthew K. Wynia, MD, MPH, FACP, Director, The Institute for Ethics, American Medical Association, Chicago, Illinois, describes many ethical twists in electronic health records.
Editorial, August 2008
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CME/CE
Women's Health: Menopausal Patients and Insomnia -- A Case Study
Dr. Ruth Benca discusses the relationship between insomnia and menopause in a case-based format.
Clinical Case, August 2008
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CME/CE
Prevention and Treatment of Chemotherapy-Induced Nausea and Vomiting in the Setting of Moderately Emetogenic Chemotherapy
This case presentation outlines the importance of effective antiemetic protection in the setting of moderately emetogenic cancer chemotherapy and highlights the challenges in achieving that goal.
Clinical Case, August 2008
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CME/CE
AIDS 2008: Emerging Treatment Strategies for Patients With HIV Infection
Drs. Edwin DeJesus and Brian Conway summarize data from AIDS 2008 on the care of both naive and treatment-experienced patients, and Dr. Sharon Walmsley shares her insight on the new IAS-USA guidelines.
Conference Coverage, August 2008
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CME/CE
How to Assess Familial Risk of Cancer: Red Flags & Pearls
Review the objectives of familial cancer risk assessment and the indications for referral for risk assessment.
Commentary, August 2008
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CME/CE
Women and Sleep: The Life Cycle
Dr. David Neubauer provides a comprehensive review and update of insomnia and sleep in women throughout the life cycle.
Clinical Review, August 2008
