Iranian Society of Gynecology Oncology
Obstetrics and Gynecology
The effect of uterine cooling during cesarean delivery on blood loss in patients undergoing cesarean section: A randomized controlled trial

Khadijeh Elmizadeh; Marziyeh khezri; Hamideh Pakniat; vahideh pandamuz; nezal Azh; Simindokht Molaverdikhani

Articles in Press, Accepted Manuscript, Available Online from 02 October 2023

Abstract
  Background: Cooling the uterus during cesarean section has emerged as one of the non-pharmacological management for blood loss during cesarean section. The aim of this study was to evaluate the effect of uterine cooling during the cesarean section on decreasing postpartum hemorrhage. Methods: In this ...  Read More

Obstetrics and Gynecology
The Role of lower uterine segment thickness to Prediction of Cesarean Scar Defects: two-dimensional transvaginal ultrasound Vs. Intraoperative Findings

Hoora Amoozegar; Nayereh Rahmati; Zahra Naseri; samira Shah-Hamzehi; mostafa vahedian; enayatollah Noori; alireza moradi

Articles in Press, Accepted Manuscript, Available Online from 15 July 2023

Abstract
  Background: To evaluate the risk of uterine rupture during pregnancy, researchers use two-dimensional (2D) transvaginal ultrasound to assess lower uterine segment (LUS) thickness in the third trimester of pregnancy. This study aimed to compare the thickness of the LUS provided in a 2D transvaginal ultrasound ...  Read More

Obstetrics and Gynecology
Dysgerminoma in a Patient with 46, XY Karyotype and Pure Gonadal Dysgenesis (Swyer Syndrome); a Case Report and Literature Review

Mahsa Akbari Oryani; Mohaddeseh Shahraki; Marjaneh Farazestanian

Articles in Press, Accepted Manuscript, Available Online from 23 July 2023

Abstract
  Disorders of sex development (DSD) result from intrauterine defects in sex discrimination. The clinical phenotype differs based on the disease type. Cases with ambiguous external genitalia are diagnosed at birth. However, diagnosis of cases with normal-appearing external genitalia may be delayed until ...  Read More

Obstetrics and Gynecology
The effect of botulinum on chronic pelvic pain and sexual satisfaction in endometriosis

fatemeh davari tanha; Mojgan Asadi; Faeze Mirbagheri; Elham Feizabad; Zahra kaveh; Kazem Mousavizadeh

Articles in Press, Accepted Manuscript, Available Online from 01 August 2023

Abstract
  Background and Objective: Endometriosis is a chronic gynecological condition that affects approximately 10% of women of reproductive age. Chronic pelvic pain is a common symptom of endometriosis and can have a significant impact on a woman's quality of life, including sexual satisfaction. Botulinum toxin ...  Read More

Obstetrics and Gynecology
THE EFFECT OF IRON-FOLIC ACID (IFA) ON THE SIZE OF THE MID-UPPER ARM CIRCUMFERENCE OF PREGNANT WOMEN DURING PREGNANCY

Najmiatul Fitria; Nauratul Ikramah; Ade Sukma; Hansen Nasif

Articles in Press, Accepted Manuscript, Available Online from 05 August 2023

Abstract
  Background and Objective: Pregnant women need more nutritional intake than before pregnancy. If this nutritional intake is insufficient for the mother, it will result in Chronic Energy Deficiency (CED). To determine if pregnant women are experiencing malnutrition or cannot be known by measuring the Mid-Upper ...  Read More

Obstetrics and Gynecology
D-Dimer, Activated Partial Thromboplastin Time, and Prothrombin Time Comparison in Different Severity Levels of COVID 19 in Pregnancy – A Single Center Study

Alfonsus Zeus Suryawan; Amillia Siddiq

Articles in Press, Accepted Manuscript, Available Online from 09 November 2023

Abstract
  Background: Uncertainities exist about the diagnostic and prognostic role of hemocytometry values in patients with COVID-19 especially in pregnancy. This study aims to investigate hemostatic changes in pregnant woman with coronavirus disease (COVID-19) and their relationship to disease severity.Methods: ...  Read More

Obstetrics and Gynecology
Administration of low-dose aspirin on the success rate of ovulation induction in women with polycystic ovary syndrome

Fariba Seyedoshohadaei; Masomeh Rezaie; Nasrin Sofizadeh; farnaz zandvakili; Khaled Rahmani; Hosna liravi

Articles in Press, Accepted Manuscript, Available Online from 29 November 2023

Abstract
  Introduction: This study aims to determine the effectiveness of simultaneous use of aspirin with clomiphene citrate and letrozole on the success rate of ovulation induction in women with PCOS. Materials and methods: This study was a double-blind randomized clinical trial. 120 patients with PCOS with ...  Read More

Obstetrics and Gynecology
Understanding the Placenta Accreta Spectrum; Risk Factors, Complications, Advantages and Disadvantages to Decrease the Maternal Morbidity and Mortality

Seyed Mojtaba Alavi; Mohammad Hosein Arjmandnia; meysam feizollahjani; enayatollah Noori; Maryam Yousefi

Articles in Press, Accepted Manuscript, Available Online from 12 December 2023

Abstract
  Background: Placenta Accreta Spectrum is a condition in pregnant women where trophoblastic tissue attaches abnormally to the uterus myometrium, causing maternal deaths. Major risk factors include placenta previa and cesarean deliveries, which have been increasing without medical indication. This study ...  Read More

Obstetrics and Gynecology
CYSTIC DEGENERATION OF LEIOMYOMA PERMAGNA IN PREGNANCY ; A CASE REPORT

Tiarma Uli Pardede; Heronimus Hansen Kaware; Leni Suhartini

Articles in Press, Accepted Manuscript, Available Online from 13 December 2023

Abstract
  Background and Objective: Degenerated Uterine Leiomyomas (ULs) is one of the most common complications of UL in pregnancy and may cause severe maternal symptoms. In this study we present the rare case of UL permagna with cystic degeneration managed with Caesarean Section (CS) and Myomectomy with uterus ...  Read More

Obstetrics and Gynecology
Depression, Sexual Function and Sexual Quality of Life in Iranian Women with Multiple Sclerosis (MS)

Aida Mohamadi; Mahsa Ghajarzadeh; Fatemeh Davari Tanha; Amirreza Azimi

Articles in Press, Accepted Manuscript, Available Online from 21 December 2023

Abstract
  Background: Women with multiple sclerosis (MS) suffer from a wide range of complications. The goal of this study was to compare sexual dysfunction (SD), depression, and sexual quality of life in women with MS with these problems in women without MS. Methods: Fifty-four women with MS and 108 women without ...  Read More

Obstetrics and Gynecology
Impact of Bariatric Surgery on Serum AMH Level and fertility and reproductive condition in Obese Women

shereef elshwaikh; Ahmed Ossman; muhammad el-masry; ahmed swelam; yasmin elmasry

Articles in Press, Accepted Manuscript, Available Online from 24 December 2023

Abstract
  Aim: To evaluate changes in serum AMH levels, fertility and metabolic conditions in reproductive-age severely obese women, after bariatric surgery. Design: prospective cohort study. Methods: This study had been conducted on marked obese women who were referred to BS in Tanta university hospital. the ...  Read More

Obstetrics and Gynecology
Are menstrual bleeding patterns affected after COVID-19 vaccines in women with previously regular menstrual cycles? A cross-sectional study.

Dina Hyari; Duha Arabiat; Ayman A. Qatawneh; Murad Rabadi; Katea Albawalsah; Rula Barham; Layan Budair; Omar Ahmed Abdelwahab

Articles in Press, Accepted Manuscript, Available Online from 17 January 2024

Abstract
  Background: Menstrual irregularities after COVID-19 vaccines have been widely reported. This study aims to evaluate Jordanian women's menstrual changes after receiving the COVID-19 vaccine. Methods: This study is an analytical cross-sectional study conducted through an online self-administered questionnaire ...  Read More

Obstetrics and Gynecology
Analysis of impact of Covid-19 pandemic on the perinatal mental health and their associated risk factors: An Updated Systematic Review.

KAVITHA NAGANDLA; Keeran Rajandram; Khaisro Ali Shah; Kathy Anne Rani A/P Arulraj; Lee Huang Ming; Joanne Wong Mei Jye

Articles in Press, Accepted Manuscript, Available Online from 23 January 2024

Abstract
  Background & Objective: The COVID-19 pandemic has caused significant disruptions to healthcare systems worldwide, leading to changes in healthcare practices, including perinatal care delivery. As pregnant women are considered a vulnerable population, perinatal mental health has become a significant ...  Read More

Obstetrics and Gynecology
A COMPARATIVE STUDY TO EVALUATE SAFETY AND EFFICACY OF INTRAVENOUS IRON SUCROSE versus FERRIC CARBOXYMALTOSE IN THE TREATMENT OF IRON DEFICIENCY ANEMIA IN PREGNANCY

Arti Sharma; Yashika Pehal; Namrata Saxena; Swati Agrawal

Articles in Press, Accepted Manuscript, Available Online from 31 January 2024

Abstract
  Background and Objective: Iron deficiency anemia is a major public health problem worldwide. Oral iron intake is preferred, but parenteral administration of iron is necessary under certain circumstances. The objective of the present study is to compare the efficacy and safety of parenteral Iron Sucrose ...  Read More

Obstetrics and Gynecology
Effect of Enoxaparin on Live Birth Rate in Patients with Unexplained Recurrent Pregnancy Loss: A Single–Blinded Randomized Clinical Trial

Malihe Afiat; Nayere Khadem; Behnaz Ansari; Fedyeh Haghollahi; Mohadese Dashtkoohi; Mohammad Sadeq Najafi; Mohammad Dashtkoohi; MirFarbod Hojati Bagheri; Seyede Houra Mousavi Vahed

Articles in Press, Accepted Manuscript, Available Online from 05 February 2024

Abstract
  Background and Objective: The effectiveness of aspirin and heparin in improving live birth rates in unexplained recurrent pregnancy loss remains uncertain, and further research is needed on using low molecular weight heparins (LMWH) through randomized clinical trials. This study aims to assess the impact ...  Read More

Obstetrics and Gynecology
Effect of Autologous Platelet-Rich Plasma Treatment on ICSI Success Rate and Clinical Pregnancy in Implantation Failure

Salma Samy Abdellateef; Safaa Kamal Marei; Nagwa Mahmoud Elghorab; Hesham Gaber Al-Anany

Articles in Press, Accepted Manuscript, Available Online from 21 February 2024

Abstract
  Background and Objective: Intrauterine infusion of autologous platelet-rich plasma (PRP) is a novel modality that has a role in the treatment of thin endometrial layer. This study aimed to assess the efficacy of intrauterine infusion of autologous PRP on success rate of intracytoplasmic sperm injection ...  Read More

Obstetrics and Gynecology
A Maternal Screening Tool for Predicting the Risk of Low Birth Weight Infant

Yuni Nurwati; Hardinsyah Hardinsyah; Sri Anna Marliyati; Budi Iman Santoso; Dewi Anggraini

Articles in Press, Accepted Manuscript, Available Online from 04 March 2024

Abstract
  Abstract Background and Objective: Nowadays, a simple and reliable screening tool to identify the risk of low birth weight (LBW) infant remains limited, particularly in rural areas where advanced technology is not available. Hence, this study has developed a reliable tool to be simply used by midwives ...  Read More

Obstetrics and Gynecology
Serum level of the hormone anti-mullerian as an anticipator of ovarian response to clomiphene citrate in females with polycystic ovarian syndrome

Zainab Muayad Essa; Alia Kareem Mohamad AL-Qarawy; Ashwaq Kadhim Mohammed

Articles in Press, Accepted Manuscript, Available Online from 09 March 2024

Abstract
  Background: Endocrine disorders like polycystic ovarian syndrome affect reproductive-age women. It causes infertility and has several clinical symptoms. Clomiphene citrate ovulation induction is a first-line treatment. Serum anti-mullerian hormone can indicate positive pregnancy outcomes in women with ...  Read More

Obstetrics and Gynecology
The co-existence of a live fetus in a twin pregnancy with hydatiform mole: cross sectional study

Ashwaq Kadhim Mohammed; Zainab Muayad Essa

Articles in Press, Accepted Manuscript, Available Online from 09 March 2024

Abstract
  Background: An unusual manifestation of prenatal trophoblastic illness is a twin molar pregnancy with a live foetus and a hydatidiform mole. Due to increased ovulation stimulation, this unusual scenario is rising. Most hydatidiform moles are complete with a foetus, while 0.005 to 0.01% of gestations ...  Read More

Obstetrics and Gynecology
Platinum- and Non-Platinum-Based Chemotherapy in Patients with Recurrent Platinum-Resistant Ovarian Cancer: A Review Article

Shahrzad Sheikhhasani; Maryam Noorzadeh; Mahsa Naemi

Volume 9, Issue 2 , March and April 2024, , Pages 1-1

Abstract
  Ovarian cancer is the second most common malignancy in women worldwide, causing many deaths each year. Chemotherapy is one of the most important therapeutic strategies that can increase the survival of these patients; however, one of the problems in chemotherapy is resistance against platinum treatment. ...  Read More

Obstetrics and Gynecology
A Comparative Study of Vaginal, Sublingual, and Buccal Misoprostol in Induction of Labor in Term Pregnancy

Razieh Akbari; Ezat-Sadat Haj-Seyed Javadi; Zahra Panahi

Volume 9, Issue 2 , March and April 2024, , Pages 3-3

Abstract
  Background: The purpose of this study was to compare the effectiveness of Buccal, Vaginal, and Sublingual misoprostol for induction of labor in term pregnancy.Methods: The research was done as an RCT from 2017 to 2018. About 300 participants were randomly allocated to obtain 50 µg Buccal, 25 µg ...  Read More

Obstetrics and Gynecology
Sexual Dysfunction in Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome Patients

Fatemeh Davari Tanha; Mojgan Asadi; Zahra Shahraki; Zeinab Assaf; Zahra Kaveh; Mahsa Ghajarzadeh

Volume 9, Issue 2 , March and April 2024, , Pages 8-8

Abstract
  Background and Objective: Sexual activity is a major determinant of health-related quality of life. The aim of this study was to investigate sexual activity in women with polycystic ovary syndrome. Methods: A case control survey was conducted at a tertiary care university hospital (Yas Hospital Complex.). ...  Read More

Obstetrics and Gynecology
Fetal Sex and Maternal Stature vs. Spontaneous Vaginal Birth: Considering Sex Specific State-of-the-Art Anthropometric Investigations at Term Pregnancy

Uchenna Kenneth Ezemagu; Godwin Chinedu Uzomba; Chukwuemeka Ubochi; Rachel Ogbu; Augustine Oseloka Ibegbu; Friday Chubuzor Egba; Olisa Onuora; Paul O. Ezeonu; Thecla Ezeonu

Volume 9, Issue 2 , March and April 2024, , Pages 10-10

Abstract
  Objectives: We considered maternal and birth anthropometric features and fetal sex in developing a labor protocol.Materials and Method: A prospective study of 400 mothers, having healthy pregnancies and their newborn singletons in gynecology ward of Alex Ekwueme Federal University Teaching Hospital, ...  Read More

Obstetrics and Gynecology
Intravenous Iron Sucrose versus Oral Ferrous Fumarate for Treatment of Anemia in Pregnant

Shaimaa Abdulamer Nasir

Volume 9, Issue 2 , March and April 2024, , Pages 13-13

Abstract
  Background and Aims:The aim of the current study was comparison of the effectiveness of intravenous iron sucrose versus oral ferrous fumarate for the treatment of iron deficiency anemia during pregnancy. Material and Method: This is a prospective randomized clinical trial enrolling 100 pregnant women ...  Read More

Obstetrics and Gynecology
Successful Conservative Management of Massive Hemoperitoneum in Patients on Anticoagulation with Ruptured Hemorrhagic Ovarian Cyst: A Report of Two Cases and Review of Literature

Sedigheh Ghasemian Dizaj Mehr; Robabeh Bahadori

Volume 9, Issue 2 , March and April 2024, , Pages 16-16

Abstract
  Management of hemoperitoneum due to ruptured ovarian cyst in patients on anticoagulation is a dilemma. Low threshold of surgery intervention may increase the risk of some events operatively. There is a trend for less invasive treatment in highly selected patients. We present two cases   of ...  Read More