Contemporary OB/GYN

Contemporary OB/GYN is a peer-reviewed publication designed to offer useful insights for busy healthcare professionals—created by doctors for doctors. Available both in print and online, this journal takes the latest developments in the field and translates them into actionable advice for everyday medical practice. It features thought-provoking articles written by leading physician-authors, presented in a clear and engaging way to support practitioners in their work.

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Older maternal age linked to higher pelvic organ prolapse risk

3 days ago | contemporaryobgyn.net | Celeste Krewson

Older maternal age at delivery is a risk factor for pelvic organ prolapse (POP), according to a recent review published in the American Journal of Obstetrics & Gynecology.1 Maternal age and POP trends An increase in the average maternal age at first delivery has been observed in the United States, at a record high of 27.4 years in 2022.2 Vaginal delivery (VD) has been linked to increased POP risk, which has a surgical intervention rate of 12.5% to 20% in women.1 Maternal age over 30 at first...
Vegan diet linked to reduced hot flashes and body weight

3 days ago | contemporaryobgyn.net | Celeste Krewson

Body weight and hot flashes may be reduced in women consuming a low-fat vegan diet, according to a recent study published in Menopause, thejournal of The Menopause Society.1Plant-based diet may help reduce hot flashesA secondary analysis also highlighted the same results from a diet of highly processed plant-based foods. Investigators suggested this data may have implications for dietary recommendations among menopausal women.
Elinzanetant found to reduce VMS from endocrine therapy for breast cancer

4 days ago | contemporaryobgyn.net | Celeste Krewson

The frequency of vasomotor symptoms linked to endocrine therapy is significantly reduced by elinzanetant, according to a recent study published June 2, 2025, in the New England Journal of Medicine.1Impact of vasomotor symptomsVasomotor symptoms are commonly reported in women taking endocrine therapy to treat or prevent hormone-receptor (HR)-positive breast cancer.
Menstrual cycle and menopause may impact anger and irritability in women

4 days ago | contemporaryobgyn.net | Celeste Krewson

Feelings such as anger, irritability, and a lack of control may be influenced by menstrual cycle age and reproductive age among women, according to a recent study published in Menopause, the journal of The Menopause Society.1Emotional effects of menopauseMenopause has been linked to multiple adverse physical and emotional effects.
Postpartum psychosis risk 10-fold higher with sibling history

5 days ago | contemporaryobgyn.net | Celeste Krewson

The odds of postpartum psychosis are increased 10-fold among women whose sister previously developed the condition, according to a recent study from Mount Sinai researchers.1Raising awareness for early detectionThis data indicates that postpartum psychosis has genetic and shared environmental influences, providing more insight into this rare but severe mental illness.
Contemporary OB/GYN week in review: Dense breasts, stroke risk, and more

1 week ago | contemporaryobgyn.net | Celeste Krewson

Thank you for visiting the Contemporary OB/GYN® website. Take a look at some of our top stories from last week (Monday, May 26, 2025 - Friday, May 30, 2025), and click each link to read and watch anything you may have missed. In a recent interview with Contemporary OB/GYN, Fiona Gilbert, MA, MB, professor of radiology at the University of Cambridge, discussed the implications of dense breast tissue on breast cancer risk and detection.
Oral contraceptives triple stroke risk in young women

1 week ago | contemporaryobgyn.net | Celeste Krewson

The risk of cryptogenic stroke in young women is increased 3-fold by the use of combined oral contraceptives (OCs), according to a recent study presented at the European Stroke Organization Conference 2025.1This data is supported by prior research about the impact of hormonal contraception on vascular risk in reproductive-aged women.
Study finds sharp decline in US maternal mental health

1 week ago | contemporaryobgyn.net | Celeste Krewson

Female parents have experienced significant declines in self-reported mental health, according to a recent study published in JAMA Internal Medicine.1Maternal health in declineSignificant increases in maternal mortality, alongside inequalities in death by race and socioeconomic status, have led to a maternal health crisis in the United States. This has led to increased parental stress and poor health in US parents. The new trial results indicate a significant impact on mental health as well.
Breast tenderness and swelling found in normal ovulation

1 week ago | contemporaryobgyn.net | Celeste Krewson

Mild breast tenderness and swelling are expected before the next period among women with a normal menstrual cycle, according to a recent study by the University of British Columbia.1New insight into breast symptoms and ovulationThe trial evaluated breast tenderness on a 0 to 4 scale, reporting a median of 1.4 among the study population. Additionally, the change in breast size on a 1 to 5 scale was 4, with 3 indicating no change.
Tebipenem HBr cUTI trial ends early after meeting efficacy goals

1 week ago | contemporaryobgyn.net | Celeste Krewson

The phase 3 PIVOT-PO trial, conducted to assess the impact of tebipenem HBr in patients with complicated urinary tract infections (cUTIs), will stop early for efficacy, according to GSK plc (LSE/NYSE: GSK) and Spero Therapeutics.1Potential first oral carbapenem option for cUTIsTebipenem HBr will be the first oral carbapenem antibiotic option against cUTIs for US patients if approved.