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Bone mineral density changes during use of progestin-only contraceptives: a rapid review of recent evidenceAJOG Global Reports at a Glance

AJOG Global Reports
Objective: The purpose of this paper is to consolidate existing evidence and identify knowledge and research gaps on the bone health effects of progestin-only oral contraception, injectables, hormonal intrauterine devices, and implants.
Blake Erhardt-Ohren, MPH, Ndola Prata, MD, MSc, Scott Rosenblum, MS   +2 more
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Hormonal replacement therapy in postmenopausal women ≥50 years is associated with the incidence of glaucoma: Evidence from 6576 females in Finland

Acta Ophthalmologica, EarlyView.
Abstract Purpose Hormonal replacement therapy (HRT) in postmenopausal women appears to affect glaucoma risk, but findings are inconsistent. We aimed to explore whether the use of postmenopausal HRT plays a role in glaucoma development in Finland. Methods The main outcome variable was glaucoma incidence measured by initiation of special reimbursement ...
Sirpa Loukovaara, Jari Haukka
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Levonorgestrel-releasing intrauterine system (Mirena) in compare to medroxyprogesterone acetate as a therapy for endometrial hyperplasia

Journal of Research in Medical Sciences, 2014
Background: This study was designed to evaluate the comparison of insertion of levonorgestrel (LNG)-releasing intrauterine system versus oral medroxyprogesterone acetate on endometrial hyperplasia in a randomized controlled trial.
Fariba Behnamfar, Attaollah Ghahiri, Marzieh Tavakoli   +2 more
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Update on Menopause Hormone Therapy; Current Indications and Unanswered Questions

Clinical Endocrinology, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Objective To provide clinicians involved in managing menopause with a summary of current evidence surrounding menopause hormone therapy (MHT). Design The authors evaluate and synthesize existing pooled evidence relating to MHT's clinical indications, efficacy, and safety and explore the limitations of existing data. Patients The review focuses
Annice Mukherjee, Susan R. Davis
wiley   +1 more source

Medroxyprogesterone to treat corneal thinning postcurvularia keratitis

Oman Journal of Ophthalmology, 2019
Keratitis of varied etiology is not uncommon in the Indian subcontinent. This case is one such an instance of keratitis caused by dematiaceous fungus in an urban dweller not engaged in farming or any other soil/earth-related work. Although healing of the
Lubna Khan, Ekta Batavia
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Changes of Body Mass Index and Lipid Profile in Injectable Depot Medroxyprogesterone Acetate and Levonorgestrel Implant Acceptors

Indonesian Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology, 2014
Objective: To determine the comparison of body mass index (BMI) among acceptors of injectable depot medroxyprogesterone acetate (DMPA) with levonorgestrel implant acceptors for 1 year and comparison of lipid profiles between depot medroxyprogesterone ...
Irwan Daido, Andi M Tahir, St Maisuri T Chalid   +2 more
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Depression Beyond the 6‐Month Postpartum Period: A Mixed‐Method Study Among Women in Nepal

Journal of Advanced Nursing, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Aim This study aimed to comprehensively examine social and clinical factors contributing to postpartum depression among women in Nepal and identify their perspectives/experiences regarding postpartum mental health. Design and Methods The explanatory sequential mixed‐method study was conducted in two phases. In the quantitative phase, data were
Sangita Pudasainee‐Kapri, Tumla Shrestha, Mary Wunnenberg, Kul Kapri, Apsara Pandey, Manisha Chapagai, Ram Hari Chapagain, Pradeep Gupta   +7 more
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Characterization of a novel telomerase-immortalized human endometrial stromal cell line, St-T1b

Reproductive Biology and Endocrinology, 2009
Background Coordinated differentiation of the endometrial compartments in the second half of the menstrual cycle is a prerequisite for the establishment of pregnancy. Endometrial stromal cells (ESC) decidualize under the influence of ovarian progesterone
Brosens Jan J, Schulte Heinrich M, Wittmann Stefanie, Reimann Katja, Samalecos Annemarie, Bamberger Ana-Maria, Gellersen Birgit   +6 more
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Menopause and vascular endothelial health: Is it all about the oestrogen?

Experimental Physiology, EarlyView.
Abstract Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is a leading cause of mortality in women, and CVD risk is accelerated during the menopause transition. This acceleration has traditionally been attributed to the hallmark decline in oestradiol with menopause. However, the menopause transition is also characterized by changes in other sex hormones that exert effects
Virginia R. Nuckols, Allyson I. Schwab, Lyndsey E. DuBose, Kerrie L. Moreau, Megan M. Wenner   +4 more
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Myths and methodologies: Optimising experimental rigour in heat adaptation research: Menstrual status classification and scheduling approaches

Experimental Physiology, EarlyView.
Abstract Women remain underrepresented in thermal physiology research, particularly within studies examining physiological adaptation to hot environments. Among the limited research that includes female participants, few studies have appropriately classified menstrual status of their participants or rigorously accounted for ovarian hormone influences ...
Jessica A. Mee, Tessa R. Flood
wiley   +1 more source