Search results for "Endometriosis"
Endometriosis linked with increased risk of premature death
Data from the Nurses' Health Study showed that patients with endometriosis and uterine fibroids had greater long-term risk of premature mortality, driven primarily by malignant neoplasm of gynecological organs.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2024/11/26/2.htm
26 Nov 2024
Studies consider cardiovascular risk prediction in women, all U.S. adults
Female-specific factors should not be used to reclassify women's cardiovascular risk when making prescribing decisions, one study noted, while a second study found that 4.3 million Americans have elevated risk for heart failure but low risk for atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2024/12/17/2.htm
17 Dec 2024
Ovarian cancer risk differs based on endometriosis subtype
Patients with deep infiltrating endometriosis and/or ovarian endometriomas had a nearly 10-fold increased risk of type I ovarian cancer compared to women without endometriosis, an analysis of data from Utah found.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2024/07/23/2.htm
23 Jul 2024
Virtual lounge connects far-flung physicians seeking advice
It wasn't cancer or a broken bone, but it was a nagging problem that wouldn't go away: The Case of the Burning Lips.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2008/02/virtual.htm
1 Feb 2008
New recommendations released on primary prevention of stroke
The updated guideline from the American Heart Association and American Stroke Association addresses lifelong stroke prevention and includes new sex-and gender-specific recommendations.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2024/10/29/1.htm
29 Oct 2024
Guiding clinicians through GI diagnoses
ACP Internist wraps up highlights of Digestive Disease Week, including dyspepsia, weight loss and incontinence, as well as the latest about the risks of proton-pump inhibitors and antithrombotics.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2009/09/gastrowrap.htm
1 Sep 2009
MKSAP Quiz: Unable to achieve pregnancy
A 37-year-old woman is unable to achieve pregnancy despite 7 months of unprotected intercourse. Her menstrual cycles are normal, occurring every 28 days with associated breast tenderness and bloating. There have been no prior pregnancies or attempts to achieve pregnancy by either the patient or her male partner. Following a physical exam, what is the most appropriate management?
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2020/04/14/3.htm
14 Apr 2020
No association found between fertility treatment, some types of cancer
Over 8.8 years of follow-up, researchers in Great Britain found no significant increase in risk for uterine cancer, breast cancer overall, or invasive breast cancer in women who had undergone hormone-based assisted reproduction.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2018/07/17/2.htm
17 Jul 2018
MKSAP Quiz: lack of interest in sexual intercourse
A 54-year-old woman is evaluated during a routine examination. She is very concerned by her lack of interest in sexual intercourse. She used to enjoy intercourse and does not know why she feels this way now. She has been menopausal for the past 2 years. Following a normal physical examination, what is the most likely diagnosis?
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2013/02/26/3.htm
26 Feb 2013