A clinical guide to the management of genitourinary symptoms in breast cancer survivors on endocrine therapy. [PDF]
There is increasing attention and concern about managing the adverse effects of adjuvant endocrine therapy for women with early breast cancer as the side effects of therapy influence compliance and can impair quality of life (QoL).
Friedlander, M +4 more
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Role of Gynecologic Findings in Interstitial Cystitis/Bladder Pain Syndrome: A Consensus
ABSTRACT Objective To evaluate the role of gynecologic findings in Interstitial Cystitis/Bladder Pain Syndrome (IC/BPS) by reviewing current international guidelines and identifying relevant gynecologic co‐morbidities. Methods This consensus statement was developed through a systematic four‐phase process: (1) comprehensive literature review across ...
Marie E. Sullivan +5 more
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Preserving vaginal health after treatment for gynecological malignancies
The prevalence of vaginal atrophy is particularly high among women who have undergone treatment for gynecological cancers, since they have significantly lower estrogen levels and altered vaginal microbiota.
A. G. Kedrova
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Role of Lactobacillus crispatus in vaginal infections: insights from metagenomics and metabolomics studies [PDF]
Objective: Lactobacillus spp. constitute the most prevalent bacterial microorganism in the vaginal milleu. Several probiotic mechanisms have been associated with Lactobacillus, but the most relevant one is lactate production – resulting in a low pH value,
Donder, G. +5 more
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ABSTRACT Objective To evaluate the proportion of optimal assessments of endometrial thickness (ET) achieved by transvaginal ultrasound (TVS) compared with a multimodal (MM) sonographic approach in women with abnormal uterine bleeding (AUB). Methods This prospective observational study was a subset of the EPI‐SURE study conducted between June and ...
S. Nijjar +5 more
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Vulvovaginal atrophy in women with and without a history of breast cancer: Baseline data from the PatiEnt satisfactiON studY (PEONY) in Italy [PDF]
Objectives: To assess clinical characteristics of postmenopausal women with moderate/severe vulvovaginal atrophy, as well as its impact on sexual function, well-being, and quality of life, and to provide an overview of most used treatments. Study design:
Becorpi A. +7 more
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Modern approach to the management of genitourinary syndrome in women with gynecological malignancies
The term genitourinary syndrome of menopause was first used in 2014 by the North American Menopause Society and the International Society for the Study of Women's Sexual Health to describe conditions previously known as atrophic vaginitis, urogenital ...
Kovacevic Nina +3 more
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Health Benefits and Therapeutic Potential of Quercetin
Quercetin, a polyphenolic compound prevalent in many fruits, vegetables, and other dietary sources, has attracted considerable interest due to its extensive health benefits. This review examines its diverse biological properties, particularly its antioxidant and anti‐inflammatory effects. The study integrates recent scientific findings to elucidate the
Mahendra Aryal, Kim Wei Chan
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Postmenopausal Vaginal Microbiome and Microbiota
The ovulatory cycle has a significant influence on the microbial composition, according to the action of estrogen and progesterone on the stratified squamous epithelium, due to an increase in epithelial thickness, glycogen deposition, and influence on ...
Nayara Santos de Oliveira +6 more
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Importance of the physical exam and in-office tests in the evaluation of vulvovaginal irritation [PDF]
Background: Vulvovaginal irritation is a common gynecologic complaint. A number of factors may lead to a trial of therapy without undertaking a physical exam or diagnostic testing.
Bowdler, Noelle C +2 more
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