Hysterectomy
From the Editor
Cesarean myomectomy: Safe operation or surgical folly?
In many countries cesarean myomectomy is now viewed as a safe and effective procedure in carefully selected clinical situations
News for Your Practice
Prophylactic antibiotics for myomectomy?
ACOG does not currently recommend antibiotics for myomectomy procedures. A retrospective study adds to the evidence, however,...
From the Journals
Endometriosis, surgical approach impact risk of bowel injury in hysterectomy
Women with endometriosis most frequently had bowel injury, but it also occurred in women with uterine leiomyomas, pain, menstrual disorders, and...
Supplements
Even in a virtual environment, the Society of Gynecologic Surgeons delivers without a “glitch”
The events typical of in-person meetings, such as abstracts, videos, postgraduate courses, and keynote addresses, were offered,...
Surgical Techniques
Hysteroscopy and COVID-19: Have recommended techniques changed due to the pandemic?
Be cognizant to follow these recommendations for minimizing the risk of viral spread during hysteroscopic procedures
From the Editor
New hormonal medical treatment is an important advance for AUB caused by uterine fibroids
Women with fibroids causing symptomatic abnormal uterine bleeding who choose to avoid a therapeutic procedure have a new hormonal treatment option...
Expert Commentary
How effective is elagolix treatment in women with fibroids and HMB?
Elagolix with hormonal add-back therapy (estradiol/norethindrone) was effective: 87.9% of participants who received...
Expert Commentary
Can a drug FDA approved for endometriosis become a mainstay for nonsurgical treatment of HMB in women with fibroids?
Elagolix is a GnRH antagonist that is approved in a 2-dose schedule for treatment of endometriosis. It is given...
Latest News
Prospective algorithm favors vaginal hysterectomy
A decision tree model and outcomes analysis showed vaginal surgery as safe, effective, and feasible.
From the Journals
Resident experience with hysterectomy is on the decline
ACGME data show a significant decrease in the total number of hysterectomies performed by residents.
Conference Coverage
In hysterectomy, consider wider risks of ovary removal
LAS VEGAS – Ovaries may be active in women as late as their 70s.