Women's Health
Pregnancy-associated cancers increase overall 5-year mortality
Cancers diagnosed during pregnancy or 1 year post-partum had greater overall 5-year mortality compared with those not diagnosed near pregnancy, but risks were not the same for all cancer sites, researchers reported in JAMA Oncology.
Similar genetic profiles in technology-assisted, naturally conceived births
Newborns in the NICU conceived naturally and through assisted reproductive technology had similar types of genetic diagnoses and incidence of de novo genetic variants, researchers reported in JAMA Network Open.
Infertility issues may account for some adverse birth outcomes with assisted reproduction
Same-sex couples undergoing assisted reproductive technology experienced more favorable or similar birth outcomes vs. heterosexual couples, suggesting infertility-related factors contribute to higher adverse birth outcomes, data show.
COVID-19 associated with significant increases in postpartum opioid prescription fills
Onset of the COVID-19 pandemic was associated with significant increases in postpartum opioid fills, which may lead to increases in adverse outcomes, according to a retrospective cross-sectional study published in JAMA Network Open.
Hepatitis C diagnosis increasing among pregnant women
Hepatitis C virus among the U.S. obstetric population rose nearly 10-fold over 20 years, which might reflect an increase in screening or prevalence, according to researchers.
Top news from SGO: Updates in endometrial, ovarian, cervical cancer and more
The Healio Editors compiled a list of recent news from the Society of Gynecologic Oncology Annual Meeting held from March 25-28, 2023.
Low-risk cesarean deliveries decreased over last 20 years
Low-risk cesarean deliveries decreased over the study period, with cesarean deliveries for labor arrest growing less common and those for nonreassuring fetal status increasing, according to study findings.
COVID-19 vaccination associated with lower rates of adverse pregnancy outcomes
Pregnant women who vaccinated against COVID-19 had lower rates of perinatal death, preterm delivery, neonates with very low birth weight and NICU admission than unvaccinated women, researchers reported in Obstetrics & Gynecology.
Limit dark chocolate consumption in pregnancy to avoid excess heavy metals
Consumer Reports in December warned of high levels of lead and cadmium in certain dark chocolate bar brands. These heavy metals, even in small concentrations, can have adverse consequences for pregnant people and developing fetuses.
Q&A: Childbirth education podcast increases patient satisfaction
Podcasts may be an effective form of childbirth education, according to a study published in the American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology.