Background: Background: Venous thromboembolism (VTE) is a frequent and potentially serious complication following gynecologic oncology surgeries. Anticoagulants such as heparin, enoxaparin, and rivaroxaban are commonly used for thromboprophylaxis; however, their …
Endometriosis (EM) is a common hormone-dependent and chronic inflammatory disease affecting women of reproductive age, characterized by pelvic pain, infertility, and reduced quality of life. Laparoscopic surgery is a primary …
Reports of Mesonephric-like adenocarcinoma (MLA) arising from other than the ovary and uterus are exceedingly rare. This report details two cases of MLA in patients with a history of endometriosis. …
Minimally invasive surgery was introduced to minimize some of the issues associated with open surgery. Its benefits include fewer complications, less pain and blood loss, shorter hospital stays, quicker recovery, …
Glutamic acid decarboxylase (GAD) is vital for gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) synthesis. Auto-antibodies against GAD deplete GAD levels and subsequently GABA, resulting in a hyper-excitatory state. A 41-year-old woman with anti-GAD …
Objective The objective of this study was to compare the surgical approaches and postoperative outcomes of endometriosis surgeries performed by different obstetrics and gynecology (OBGYN) subspecialties: minimally invasive gynecologic surgery …
A nulliparous woman in her 40s is referred to gynaecological oncology secondary to umbilical pain and bleeding with menses. Examination revealed a blood-filled cystic mass within an umbilical hernia consistent …
Insomnia is common in patients with cancer. It has a multifactorial etiology that may include the disease process, adverse effects of anticancer therapies, and/or an association with other comorbidities. The …