OBGYN Articles

A critical challenge of uterine-sparing prolapse surgery is preventing recurrence and reoperation. Recent clinical data has shed light on the importance of adopting the right surgical approaches, and new technologies have emerged with the potential to help operators achieve consistent outcomes.

Successful implementation of vNOTES surgery requires that a surgeon combines their vaginal and endoscopic skill sets. Learn more about building a successful vNOTES practice.

The field of gynecology is moving away from a reliance on hysterectomies and towards the evaluation of uterine-sparing treatments as vital alternatives. Doctors Olivia Chang and Suzette Sutherland advocate for the clinical advantages of hysteropexy and illuminate the technical modifications that need to be made to ensure patient safety and efficacy of uterine-sparing surgeries.

The various complexities of uterine preservation in gynecological care necessitate exploration of the ethical, cultural, and medical considerations surrounding the decision-making process. From questioning traditional practices to advocating for patient empowerment, the evolving landscape of uterine-sparing procedures requires a focus on informed decision-making and tailored treatment approaches.

Vaginal natural orifice transluminal endoscopic surgery (vNOTES) is a laparoscopic technique characterized by entrance via vaginal incision. vNOTES can be implemented for hysterectomy, myomectomy, adnexectomy, and many other gynecological procedures.

There is a growing need for safer and more accessible treatment options for uterine fibroids, giving rise to the use of radiofrequency and transcervical fibroid ablation. Doctors Barbara Levy, Mark Hoffman, and Amy Park present these procedures as potential alternatives to hysterectomies due to increased safety and efficiency.

Many women continue to seek alternatives to traditionally used hysterectomies or IUDs as methods to control abnormal heavy menstrual bleeding. Endometrial ablation, specifically cryoablation with Cerene, is a valuable option. From clinical counseling to the procedural process to long-term implications, doctors Barbara Levy, Mark Hoffman, and Amy Park walk through the advancing world of endometrial ablation.

Interstitial cystitis and endometriosis involve central sensitization pathways and require multidisciplinary treatment approaches. Learn more about the mechanism and management for these often comorbid pathologies.