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Vaccine Appears to Have No Impact on Pregnancy Outcome

There is no evidence that vaccination with the quadrivalent human papillomavirus vaccine is harmful to the fetus, but vaccination during pregnancy is still not recommended, according to two studies published in the December issue of Obstetrics & Gynecology.

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Acne treatment in women requires detailed history, systematic approach

Strategies for treating adult female acne include taking detailed patient histories, checking for endocrine abnormalities when indicated and, in many cases, prescribing oral contraceptives also approved for acne, according to an expert.

Statins and cancer: Discovering their role in treating gynecologic cancers

HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors, commonly referred to as statins, have gained popularity for their ability to effectively lower cholesterol levels in patients with CV disease, but new roles for statins may be on the horizon.

Could gynecologists be sued for a missed breast cancer diagnosis?

Undiagnosed or a delayed diagnosis of breast cancer will invariably generate suspicion and anger on the part of any patient, and in turn, the patient may contact a lawyer to investigate the care that you rendered.

Be aware of what foods to avoid during pregnancy

The goal of this article is to address the risk to the expectant woman and her baby of toxin exposure in commonly ingested foods.

Fetal death from nongenetic causes is explored

This article reviews fetal death from nongenetic causes, with an emphasis on the appropriate work-up for these disorders.