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Handheld devices: Finding the best programs
November 1, 2008
Here's expert advice to find the best medical software for your handheld computer.
Q&A: Experts' advice on bioidentical hormones and oral contraceptives for perimenopausal women
November 1, 2008
This analysis from the North American Menopause Society reviews OCs and a controversial form of estrogen/progesterone therapy.
Legally Speaking: A case of spontaneous Erb's Palsy
October 1, 2008
Shoulder dystocia can be hard to defend, even when expert testimony and documentation support the actions of the physicians involved. When plaintiffs claim excessive force was applied, clinicians often settle to avoid excessive trial damages.
Editorial
Opinion: New FHR monitoring standards: Something old and something new
The NIH/NICHD has released new guidelines on electronic fetal heart rate assessment. Two experts summarize the new standards and explain their value.
Clinical Insights
Non-oral postmenopausal HT is less hazardous to cardiovascular health
December 1, 2008
Compared with oral formulations, transdermal and intranasal forms of postmenopausal HT produce smaller changes in levels of the cardiovascular risk markers. . .
High caffeine linked to breast cancer risk in some subgroups
December 1, 2008
High caffeine consumption may be associated with an increased risk of breast cancer in women with benign breast disease.
New data suggest testosterone improves postmenopausal libido
December 1, 2008
A testosterone patch can provide a modest but meaningful improvement in postmenopausal libido for women not taking estrogen.
Predicting which women are at highest risk for preterm delivery
December 1, 2008
The Bishop score performs better than a cervical score in the mid-trimester as a predictor of spontaneous preterm delivery.
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Professional Update
Tort reform in Illinois spurs availability of ob/gyn services
December 1, 2008
A survery in Illinois before and after medical liability reform was enacted in 2005 shows that since the reforms have been in place, ob/gyns have been less likely to reduce services.
Anti-abortion law is challenged in Oklahoma
December 1, 2008
An advocacy group filed a suit in Oklahoma County District Court over a state law prohibiting a woman from having an abortion unless she first had an U/S.
Instant communication—no handset or phone number required
December 1, 2008
A small, wireless badge-like device worn on a lanyard or clipped to a shirt is now available for instant two-way communication with others throughout a building or campus.
Sign-out inadequacies during transfers really do endanger patients
December 1, 2008
Poor communication among house staff during transfer of patient responsibility is clearly connected to adverse consequences several hours later.
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Departments
New Products: Surgical mesh
October 1, 2008
Surgical mesh for treating urinary stress incontinence.
New Products: HPV vaccine
October 1, 2008
The vaccine Gardasil, has been approved by the FDA.
New Products: Bioabsorbable staples
October 1, 2008
Bioabsorbable staples for skin closure
New Products: Gentler, safer alternative to chemical-based douches for vaginal odor
October 1, 2008
The FDA has approved a douching device that gently cleanses.

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Keeping a pregnant patient's asthma under control (CME)
Pregnancy in obese women: What you need to know (CME)
Recurrent early pregnancy loss: Is miscarriage evaluation the missing link? (CME)
Detecting polycystic ovarian syndrome in teens (CME)
Can the menopausal transition trigger depression? (CME)
What Do You Think?
Do you serve as your patients' primary-care provider?
Yes. Many women rely on us to manage everyday clinical problems
No. It's best for ob/gyns to focus on specialized care
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Yes. Many women rely on us to manage everyday clinical problems
76%
No. It's best for ob/gyns to focus on specialized care
24%
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