This prose poem explores a nonbinary and transmasculine experience with total hysterectomy salpingectomy/ooporectomy as a gender-affirming procedure as well as treatment for stage four endometriosis, polycystic ovarian syndrome, and multiple …
Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of mortality among postmenopausal women in the European region. While women share traditional cardiovascular risk factors with men, the prevalence and impact on the …
Laparoscopic hysterectomy is a core component of gender-affirming care for transgender men. However, long-term testosterone therapy can lead to anatomical and tissue changes that increase the complexity of pelvic surgery.
Fertility preservation refers to the cryopreservation of gametes, embryos, or gonadal tissue before age, disease, or medical treatment affects reproductive capacity. Fertility preservation techniques were originally developed for cancer patients. …
Peritoneal inclusion cysts (PICs) are benign cystic lesions typically observed in women of reproductive age with prior pelvic surgery, endometriosis, or pelvic inflammatory disease. To date, no cases of PICs …
Consideration of sex and gender in nutrition research is needed to inform best practice interventions and policy. It is unknown how nutrition and dietetic journals comply with sex and gender …
Menopause remains a largely neglected aspect of women's health in many low- and middle-income countries (LMICs), particularly across Asia, Africa, and the Middle East. Despite the profound physical, cognitive, and …
Women's health concerns play a role in several of the UAE's major public health challenges, including cardiovascular disease, injuries, cancer, and respiratory conditions. The UAE's 2024 National Policy for improving …
Chronic pelvic pain (CPP) affects ∼15% of women and gender-diverse people, yet it is often dismissed by healthcare providers partly due to lack of related medical education. This brief communication …
Trauma-informed approaches can promote the creation of systems that prioritize safety and empowerment to improve patient well-being. These approaches are especially important in sexual and reproductive health care, where patients …