June 05, 2025

Sister’s History Tied to 10-Fold Increase in Postpartum Psychosis Risk

A population-based study discussed at APAAM25 links full sibling history to increased risk of postpartum psychosis – but notes the absolute risk remains low.

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June 04, 2025

Is ‘PCOS’ Due for a Rename?

A global survey reveals strong support for renaming PCOS, citing that the current term misrepresents the condition’s full range of reproductive, metabolic, and psychological features.

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May 30, 2025

PRP vs. Estrogen for VVA

In a study of 66 postmenopausal women with vulvovaginal atrophy, platelet-rich plasma injections were associated with greater improvements in sexual function and comparable symptom relief to topical estrogen therapy.

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May 30, 2025

HPV Vaccine After Surgery Reduces Virus Persistence

Post-surgical HPV vaccination was linked to significantly lower rates of HPV positivity in women with cervical lesions, suggesting a potential role in viral clearance and reduced persistence after treatment.

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May 30, 2025

MASLD During Pregnancy Triples Preterm Birth Risk

Women with biopsy-confirmed MASLD faced triple the risk of preterm birth and higher emergency cesarean rates, even when controlling for obesity and family-related factors.

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May 29, 2025

Gene-Based Hormone Match Improves IVF Birth Rates

A study found that matching FSH type to a woman's FSHR N680S gene variant significantly boosted IVF pregnancy and birth rates by up to 38%.

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May 28, 2025

MRI Outscores Ultrasound for Dense Breasts

In women with dense breasts and negative mammograms, MRI detects more early cancers than ultrasound, a UK study shows.

Reuters

May 23, 2025

Big Babies, Better Outcomes with Early Eviction

Inducing labor slightly early may reduce risks, including shoulder dystocia and cesarean delivery, for pregnancies with unusually large fetuses.

Reuters

May 22, 2025

At-Home HPV Test Matches Clinic Accuracy

Researchers found that an at-home self-collection device for HPV testing demonstrated high accuracy and safety, matching clinician-collected results for cervical cancer screening.

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