Iranian Society of Gynecology Oncology
Original Research Article Anesthesia
Efficacy of Prophylactic Intravenous Fibrinogen in Reducing Bleeding in Cesarean Section, a Randomized Controlled Trial

Shahram Sayadi; Shideh Ariana; Maral Hosseinzadeh; Arezou Ashari; Tannaz Yeganegi; Elham Memari; Ebtehaj Heshmatkhah; Dariush Abtahi

Volume 8, Issue 3 , May and June 2023, Pages 1-1

Abstract
  Background & Objective: Postpartum hemorrhage is the most common cause of maternal morbidity and mortality, which can occur unexpectedly without warning, and without any underlying causes. We hypothesized that administering fibrinogen concentrate to cesarean section patients before surgery would ...  Read More

Original Research Article
Customization and translation of Cancer Survivors Assessment Questionnaire NCCN2.2020 into Persian

Maliheh Arab; Nafiseh poorzad; Giti Noghabaei; Ghazaleh Fazli; Behnaz Ghavami; Tayebeh jahed Bozorgan

Volume 8, Issue 3 , May and June 2023, Pages 2-2

Abstract
  Cancer survivorship care tries to discover improved healthy lifestyles for cancer patients, rather than just managing the complications; thus, it seems necessary to identify the aspects associated with general well-being in order to design proper care, and confront difficulties that cancer survivors ...  Read More

Original Research Article
The effect of single dose Tranexamic acid on hemorrhagia during abdominal hysterectomy

Fariba Almassinokiani; Mahzad Alimian; Parinaz Hamednasimi

Volume 8, Issue 3 , May and June 2023, Pages 3-3

Abstract
  Background: Hysterectomy is the most common gynecological surgery. Every year, a large number of women around the world undergo this type of surgery for various reasons. Regardless of the type of surgery, bleeding during surgery and after surgery is the most common. Tranexamic acid is a cheap, available ...  Read More

Original Research Article
Effect of intravaginal application of magnesium sulfate on the intensity of pain and duration of the first and second stages of labor in nulliparous women

fereshteh fakour; Roya KaboodMehri; Amirhossein hajizadeh Fallah; Maryam Dourandeesh; Fatemeh Gholamalipour; Seyedeh Maryam Attari; forozan Milani; zahra pourhabibi

Volume 8, Issue 3 , May and June 2023, Pages 4-4

Abstract
  Background and objective:   Most pain relief methods are associated with some side effects and limitations. Magnesium sulfate, due to its osmotic properties and absorption of cervical water (moisture) can shorten labor duration and decrease labor pain via improving effacement and cervical edema. ...  Read More

Original Research Article
Needs and concerns of sexual and reproductive health of pregnant women in the COVID-19 pandemic

Behjat Khorsandi

Volume 8, Issue 3 , May and June 2023, Pages 5-5

Abstract
  Background and Objective: Understanding the reproductive and sexual needs of pregnant women seems to be crucial in increasing the effectiveness of services and addressing their needs and expectations. Therefore, the aim of this study was to explain the needs and concerns of reproductive and sexual health ...  Read More

Original Research Article
Correlation between Integrin Alpha v Beta3 Expression, Endometrial Thickness and Sub- Endometrial Blood Flow Resistance Index in Unexplained Infertility; Case Control Study

Dhai Abdulalazize Rashid; Fadia Jassim Alizzi

Volume 8, Issue 3 , May and June 2023, Pages 6-6

Abstract
  Background: The endometrial receptivity is controlled by biomarkers, hormones, growth factors, and cytokines interaction, disorders in these biomarkers will affect endometrial receptivity and this may possibly have correlated with unexplained infertility, the aim of study is to assess the correlation ...  Read More

Original Research Article
Factors Affecting Contraceptive Choice and Discontinuation Among Married Women in Iraqi Kurdistan

Melad Alias Alsanity; Chiman Younus Hasan

Volume 8, Issue 3 , May and June 2023, Pages 7-7

Abstract
  Background: For decreasing unintended pregnancies and maternal mortality, women need to use contraceptive methods accurately. For choosing or discontinuation of any method, different factors may interfere with the options. The aim of the study was to predict factors influencing contraception in our community.Methodology: ...  Read More

Original Research Article
The Benefits of Manual Rotation in The Treatment of Occiput Posterior Position: A Case Study of Iraq

Hamza Radhi; Shaymaa Abdulhameed Khudair; Miaad Adnan; Muntaha Kadhem Mejbel; Ahmed S. Abed; Nizar Awish Jassem

Volume 8, Issue 3 , May and June 2023, Pages 8-8

Abstract
  Background and Objective: The fetal head's persistent posterior position, which ranges from 1 to 5% during birth, has long been acknowledged as a significant challenge of intrapartum treatment. 10% to 20% of fetuses are found to be in the occiput posterior (OP) position at the beginning of labor; 90% ...  Read More

Original Research Article
Pattern of Congenital Malformations at Birth and Their Associated Maternal Characteristics

Sahar Hassan; Nassrin Malik Aubead

Volume 8, Issue 3 , May and June 2023, Pages 9-9

Abstract
  Background: Congenital anomalies are a global issue and the primary reason of death in both developed and advanced countries. Congenital anomalies occur at varying rates in various populations.Objective: The purpose of this study was to determine the prevalence and pattern of congenital anomalies ...  Read More

Original Research Article
Maternal, fetal and neonatal outcomes in hospitalized pregnant women with Covid-19 in northern Iran: a prospective study

forozan milani; Seyedeh Hajar Sharami; Sodabeh Kazemi; morvarid ghassab shirazi; Ezat Hesni; Seyedeh Fatemeh Dalil Heirati; Misa Naghdipour Mirsadeghi; Alireza Foruzan; MARYAM GHALANDARI

Volume 8, Issue 3 , May and June 2023, Pages 10-10

Abstract
  Background and objective:    The Covid-19 pandemic can cause complications for pregnant women and more serious maternal, fetal and neonatal care related to this disease should be considered in health systems. The aim of the present study was to investigate the maternal, fetal, and neonatal ...  Read More

Original Research Article
The effect of intervention based on health belief and stages of change models to improve Pap smear screening for cervical cancer

Omarov Nazarbek Bakytbekovich; Ahmed Al-Hili; Duaa Hamid Ali; Aisha Kamal Mahmoud; Entsar Hachim Muhammad; Ahmed S. Abed; Marwa Jabbar Saiwan; Haider Hussain Jlood

Volume 8, Issue 3 , May and June 2023, Pages 11-11

Abstract
  The present semi-experimental study was conducted in 2019 on 192 Baghdad-based women aged 20 to 60 with active medical records. Two groups of 96 people, intervention and control, were created. The intervention group received training based on the constructs of health belief and stages of change models ...  Read More

Original Research Article Obstetrics and Gynecology
Prevalence and Risk Factors of Postpartum Hemorrhage in Cesarean Section: a Retrospective Cohort Study

Dariush Abtahi; Maral Hosseinzadeh; Ebtehaj Heshmatkhah

Volume 8, Issue 3 , May and June 2023, Pages 12-12

Abstract
  Background: Globally, postpartum hemorrhage (PPH) remains a leading cause of maternal deaths. However, in many low and middle-income countries, information on the magnitude of and risk factors for PPH is scarce. Understanding the relative contributions of different risk factors for PPH is important. ...  Read More

Case Report Article
Impact of Serum CA19-9 Level in Clinico- Pathological and Radiologic Feature of Mature Cystic Teratoma: A Case series

sedigheh Ghasemian Dizajmehr; Mahsa Mohammadi Irvanlou; Afshin mohammadi; farzaneh Rashidi fakari

Volume 8, Issue 3 , May and June 2023, Pages 13-13

Abstract
  Background: ovarian mature cystic teratomas (OMCTS) is one of the most common benign ovarian tumors. Most of MCTs can be diagnosed at ultrasonography (us). Due to heterogeneous composition and a variety of appearance, in some non-diagnostic imaging reports it is suggested that we evaluate some tumor ...  Read More

Case Report Article
A case of appendiceal mucocele mimicking adnexal mass in a young woman with chronic abdominal pain

Maliheh Arab; Giti Noghabaei; Ghazaleh Fazli; Golnaz Fallah-Talouki; Hamed Tahmasebi; Masoomeh Raoufi; Behnaz Ghavami

Volume 8, Issue 3 , May and June 2023, Pages 14-14

Abstract
  Introduction: Low-grade appendiceal mucinous neoplasm (LAMN) is a very rare condition, diagnosed in 0.2-0.7 % of appendectomies. Pathophysiology of the neoplasm involves accumulation of large volume of mucin in appendiceal lumen, resulting in its obstructive dilation. Most epithelial tumors affecting ...  Read More

Letter to the Editor Maternal Fetal Medicine
Delivering bad news to end-stage children: understanding emotions re-emphasized

Mostafa Rad; Nematullah Shomoossi

Volume 8, Issue 3 , May and June 2023, Pages 15-15

Abstract
  This letter comes to you in the hope of stressing the need to understand age differences and relevant requirements in delivering bad news to end-stage children. Among variables affecting the way healthcare providers communicate bad news, the age of the recipient is a critical factor requiring caregivers’ ...  Read More