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Citation: BMC Women's Health 2024 24:378
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Uptake of cervical cancer screening and associated factors among HIV positive women attending adult art clinic at public hospitals in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, 2022
Cervical cancer is the second most common malignancy in Ethiopia and first in some African countries. It is six times more likely to occur in positive cases of the human immunodeficiency virus than in the gene...
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Gestational weight gain and its determinants among pregnant women in Gurage zone, Central Ethiopia: a cohort study
The nutritional status of the mothers before pregnancy and the weights gained during pregnancy are very crucial factors affecting the pregnancy outcomes and health of the infants. This study aimed to assess ea...
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When synchronous mucinous metaplasia and neoplasia of the female genital tract and peutz-jeghers syndrome meet: a case report and literature reviews
Peutz-Jeghers syndrome (PJS) is characterized by the presence of hamartomatous polyps in the gastrointestinal tract and mucocutaneous pigmentation on the lips, oral mucosa, nose, fingers, and toes. Synchronous...
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The effect of counseling based on health promotion awareness on self-care needs and reproductive and sexual health literacy of newly married women: a randomized controlled clinical trial study
Despite the importance of health literacy and the self-care skills in improving individual and social health and health costs reduction, scientific evidence indicates women’s poor awareness of self-care needs ...
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Direct and indirect estimation of adolescent sexual intercourse and contraceptive use in Rajasthan India: an application of the best friend methodology
Existing estimates of adolescent sexual and reproductive health (ASRH) behaviors may be a gross undercount given the sensitivity of this behavior in Indian culture. The objective of this study was to estimate ...
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Chronic endometritis multiplies the recurrence risk of endometrial polyps after transcervical resection of endometrial polyps: a prospective study
To investigate the impact of chronic endometritis (CE) on the recurrence of endometrial polyps (EPs) in premenopausal women after transcervical resection of endometrial polyps (TCRP).
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Understanding the contexts in which female sex workers sell sex in Kampala, Uganda: a qualitative study
Structural, interpersonal and individual level factors can present barriers for HIV prevention behaviour among people at high risk of HIV acquisition, including women who sell sex. In this paper we document th...
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Histopathologic patterns of female genital tuberculosis with clinical correlation: a 10-year (2013–2022) retrospective cross-sectional study
Underdiagnosis of female genital tuberculosis (FGTB) often leads to infertility. In this study, we aimed to determine the site and histopathologic patterns of FGTB and its correlation with clinical presentatio...
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Risk factors for residual lesions after total hysterectomy in patients with high-grade cervical intraepithelial neoplasia
The purpose of this study was to predict the risk factors for residual lesions in patients with high-grade cervical intraepithelial neoplasia who underwent total hysterectomy.
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Prevalence and determinant factors of premenstrual syndrome among secondary and preparatory school students in Dessie city administration, Northeast Ethiopia
In Ethiopia, premenstrual syndrome (PMS) was predominantly studied among university students who were in their early 20s; as a result, little is known about the prevalence of premenstrual syndrome among adoles...
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Prevalence and associated factors of symptomatic pelvic floor disorders among women living in Debre Tabor Town, Northwest Amhara, Ethiopia
Pelvic floor disorders are a group of disorders affecting the pelvic floor that include clinically definable conditions such as pelvic organ prolapse, urinary incontinence and fecal incontinence. These conditi...
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The association between endometrial polyps and insulin resistance from the expression of PI3K and AKT proteins perspective
Insulin resistance (IR) induces hyperinsulinemia, which activates downstream signaling pathways such as the phosphatidylinositol-3-kinase/protein kinase B (PI3K/AKT) pathway, ultimately leading to abnormal pro...
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The role of neoadjuvant chemotherapy before radical surgery in stage IB2/IIA2 squamous cell cervical cancers
This study aimed to evaluate the outcomes of patients diagnosed with stage IB2/IIA2 cervical squamous cell carcinoma who underwent neoadjuvant chemotherapy (NACT) prior to radical hysterectomy compared to thos...
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Polycystic ovarian syndrome elevates the distress of sexual pain in Iranian women with infertility
Sexual dysfunction may lead to sexual distress in women with infertility, while polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) may escalate this distress. This study aimed to investigate the role of PCOS in the relationsh...
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Prevalence of intimate partner violence among Indian women and their determinants: a cross-sectional study from national family health survey – 5
Intimate partner violence (IPV) can be described as a violation of human rights that results from gender inequality. It has arisen as a contemporary issue in societies from both developing and industrialized c...
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Barriers to and opportunities for advancing racial equity in cervical cancer screening in the United States
In the United States (U.S.), racially minoritized people have higher rates of cervical cancer morbidity and mortality compared to white individuals as a result of racialized structural, social, economic, and h...
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The relationship between vaccine hesitancy and health literacy in pregnant women: a cross-sectional study *
Pregnancy; It is an important process that directly affects the mother and the fetus, where women benefit more from health services and the need for health-related decision-making and information increases. It...
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Comparison of premenstrual symptoms, psychological well-being, and nutritional status between Palestinian women with and without polycystic ovarian syndrome: a case-control study
Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) is a widely seen reproductive and endocrinological disorder. PCOS can exert substantial effects on many aspects of an individual’s life, including reproductive health and psy...
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Factors influencing U.S. women’s interest and preferences for breast cancer risk communication: a cross-sectional study from a large tertiary care breast imaging center
Breast imaging clinics in the United States (U.S.) are increasingly implementing breast cancer risk assessment (BCRA) to align with evolving guideline recommendations but with limited uptake of risk-reduction ...
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Correction: Induced abortion: a cross-sectional study on knowledge of and attitudes toward the new abortion law in Maputo and Quelimane cities, Mozambique
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Genetically predicted high sex hormone binding globulin was associated with decreased risk of polycystic ovary syndrome
Previous observational studies have indicated an inverse correlation between circulating sex hormone binding globulin (SHBG) levels and the incidence of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). Nevertheless, conventi...
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Magnitude of psychological distress and associated factors among war survivor women in Northern, Ethiopia, 2022: a community-based cross-sectional survey
Civilian war and internal conflicts increase the incidences of mental health conditions among war survivors. It is crucial to assess war-related psychological consequences in war-affected areas in Ethiopia to ...
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Exploring drivers of women’s well-being in hospitals: mapping the landscape
The workplace plays a key role in impacting the health and well-being of employees at various levels, including physical, psychological, and social aspects of health. This study aims to identify the drivers of...
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Effects of exercise on sex steroid hormones (estrogen, progesterone, testosterone) in eumenorrheic females: A systematic to review and meta-analysis
The sex steroid hormones fluctuate during the menstrual cycle, which affects the strength and postural stability of females and leads to injuries and risk of falls. These hormones may be modulated by exercise ...
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Efficacy and safety of eliapixant in endometriosis-associated pelvic pain: the randomized, placebo-controlled phase 2b SCHUMANN study
The SCHUMANN study evaluated the efficacy and safety of the selective P2 × 3 antagonist eliapixant in patients with endometriosis-associated pelvic pain (EAPP).
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A longitudinal study of sexual activity and influencing factors in breast cancer patients during treatment in the Southwest of China: a trajectory analysis model
The aim of this study was to describe the longitudinal developmental trajectories and its influencing factors of sexual activity in patients with breast cancer during treatment.
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Psychological distress and uterine fibroids: a bidirectional two-sample mendelian randomization study
Observational data indicates a connection between emotional discomfort, such as anxiety and depression, and uterine fibroids (UFs). However, additional investigation is required to establish the causal relatio...
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Endocannabinoid levels in female-sexed individuals with diagnosed depression: a systematic review
Major depressive disorder (MDD) is a highly prevalent mental health disorder with females experiencing higher rates of depression (11.6%), anxiety (15.7%) and physiological distress (14.5%) than males. Recentl...
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Understanding maternal Ethnomedical Folklore in Central Uganda: a cross-sectional study of herbal remedies for managing Postpartum hemorrhage, inducing uterine contractions and abortion in Najjembe sub-county, Buikwe district
Pregnant women in rural Uganda largely rely on medicinal plants for inducing labor, treating postpartum hemorrhage (PPH), and inducing abortion. 90% of the women in both rural and urban Uganda use plants to ma...
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Female genital mutilation and cutting: a survey of child abuse pediatricians
As global immigration from countries with a high prevalence of female genital mutilation and cutting (FGM/C) has grown in the United States (US), there is need for pediatricians to have adequate training to ca...
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Does timing of sexual debut following menarche among female youth in Uganda matter? A discrete time analysis
The burden of early sexual engagement among youth is enormous. It directly raises the risk of sexually transmitted infections(STIs) and indirectly contributes to unintended pregnancy, unsafe abortion, prematur...
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Assisted reproductive technology (ART) patient information-seeking behavior: a qualitative study
Approximately 13% of women in the United States of reproductive age seek infertility services. Assisted reproductive technology (ART), including in vitro fertilization, is used to help patients achieve pregnan...
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Effect of different treatment modalities on the prognosis of stage IV epithelial ovarian cancer: analysis of the SEER database
The prognosis of advanced ovarian cancer is often poor. Although there are several treatment options for stage IV epithelial ovarian cancer, it is not clear which treatment will benefit the patient’s prognosis...
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Uncertainty affects cancer-related fatigue among breast cancer women undergoing peripherally inserted central catheter chemotherapy: the chain mediating role of psychological resilience and self-care
Breast cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy via peripherally inserted central catheter often experience serious behavioral and psychological challenges, with uncertainty and cancer-related fatigue being pre...
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The levels of women’s awareness, experience, acceptability and preference for Vaginal Human Papillomavirus (HPV) self-sampling in three provinces of China: a cross-sectional study
The primary screening technique for precancerous lesions and cervical cancer is human papillomavirus (HPV) testing, and HPV self-sampling has been shown to be consistent with clinician sampling in terms of the...
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Prevalence and associated factors of teenage childbearing among Ethiopian women using semi-parametric and parametric proportional hazard and accelerated failure time models
Teenage childbearing is a common issue for young people’s sexual and reproductive health in the world, particularly in low-income countries, and affects teenagers between the ages of 13 and 19. According to se...
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Serum selenium and fasting blood glucose: a cross-sectional study in women of different menopause status
This cross-sectional study aims to explore whether there exists an interaction between selenium and menopause concerning type 2 diabetes (T2D) prevalence and its related indicators such as fasting blood glucos...
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Sleep disorders in patients with endometriosis; a cross-sectional study
Endometriosis affects 10–15% of women of reproductive age and is considered a critical gynecological problem. Endometriosis causes pain and infertility, both of which can impair the patient’s quality of life. ...
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Correction: Comparison of microbial abundance and diversity in uterine and peritoneal fluid in infertile patients with or without endometriosis
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Challenges perceived by social workers to prevent FGM/C in Bavaria: a prospective, cross-sectional survey
Worldwide, at least 230 million girls and women are affected by female genital mutilation/ cutting (FGM/C). FGM/C violates human rights and can cause irreparable harm and even lead to death. In 2022, more than...
Citation: BMC Women's Health 2024 24:338 -
Illuminating health aspects for immigrant Thai women in Swedish transnational marriages
Women who are migrants experience discrimination and face major risks, including sexual exploitation, trafficking, and violence, which affect their health and well-being.
Citation: BMC Women's Health 2024 24:337 -
Decisional needs and interventions for young women considering contraceptive options: an umbrella review
Although women face a wide range of contraceptive options, globally, young women are at risk of unintended pregnancies. Our umbrella review aimed to determine the decisional needs of nulligravida women aged 11...
Citation: BMC Women's Health 2024 24:336 -
Determinants of teenage pregnancy in Malawi: a community-based case-control study
Teenage pregnancies are a global concern. Malawi is one of the countries with the highest teenage pregnancy rates despite government efforts to reverse the situation and yet studies on determinants of teenage ...
Citation: BMC Women's Health 2024 24:335 -
Health-seeking behaviour during times of illness among urban poor women: a cross-sectional study
Urban poor women face dual challenges regarding gender inequalities and urban poverty, which make them more likely to have health problems and affect their health-seeking behaviour. This study aimed to determi...
Citation: BMC Women's Health 2024 24:334 -
Psychological status of pregnant women during the omicron pandemic outbreak in China
Pregnant women faced great challenges and psychological and physiological changes of varying degrees during the omicron epidemic outbreak. It is important to recognize the potential impact of these challenges ...
Citation: BMC Women's Health 2024 24:333 -
Development of a machine learning-based model for predicting positive margins in high-grade squamous intraepithelial lesion (HSIL) treatment by Cold Knife Conization(CKC): a single-center retrospective study
This study aims to analyze factors associated with positive surgical margins following cold knife conization (CKC) in patients with cervical high-grade squamous intraepithelial lesion (HSIL) and to develop a m...
Citation: BMC Women's Health 2024 24:332 -
Development and validation of a prediction model for postoperative urinary retention after prolapse surgery: A retrospective cohort study
Postoperative urinary retention (POUR), a common condition after prolapse surgery with potential serious sequelae if left untreated, lacks a clearly established optimal timing for catheter removal. This study ...
Citation: BMC Women's Health 2024 24:331 -
Association between premenstrual syndrome and eating disturbance in college students: a cross-sectional study
Premenstrual syndrome (PMS) is a severe problem in women, and a well-balanced diet helps improve PMS symptoms. Eating disturbances are a major health problem in young women. Limited research has explored the c...
Citation: BMC Women's Health 2024 24:330 -
Correction: Correlates of intention to screen for cervical cancer among adult women in Kyotera District, Central Uganda: a community based cross-sectional study
Citation: BMC Women's Health 2024 24:328
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