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 194-203

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 Obstetrics and Gynecology
Translation and Customization of the Persian Version of Cancer Survivors Assessment Questionnaire (NCCN2.2020)

Maliheh Arab; Nafiseh Poorzad; Giti Noghabaei; Ghazaleh Fazli; Behnaz Ghavami; Tayebeh Jahed Bozorgan

Volume 8, Issue 3 , May and June 2023, Pages 204-209

Abstract
  Background & Objective: Gynecological cancer survivors have been growing, as a result of advancements in national cancer screening strategies, resulting in early-stage diagnosis, and cancer treatments developments. Lack of a valid documented assessment tool to measure their requirements for ...  Read More

Original Research Article Obstetrics and Gynecology
Determining the Effectiveness of Tranexamic Acid on Hemorrhage During Abdominal Hysterectomy

Fariba Almassinokiani; Mahzad Alimian; Parinaz Hamednasimi

Volume 8, Issue 3 , May and June 2023, Pages 210-216

Abstract
  Background & Objective: Hysterectomy is the most common gynecological surgery. Every year, numerous 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 consequence? Tranexamic ...  Read More

Original Research Article Obstetrics and Gynecology
Effect of Intravaginal Use of Magnesium Sulfate on the Severity 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 217-222

Abstract
  Background & 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 Obstetrics and Gynecology
Needs and Concerns of Sexual and Reproductive Health of Pregnant Women in the COVID-19 Pandemic

Leila Asadi; Zahra Behboodi-Moghadam; Mahboobeh Shirazi; Fateme Moshirenia; Behjat Khorsandi

Volume 8, Issue 3 , May and June 2023, Pages 223-232

Abstract
  Background & 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 ...  Read More

Original Research Article Obstetrics and Gynecology
Correlation Between Integrin Alpha-v Beta-3 Expression, Endometrial Thickness and Subendometrial Blood Flow Resistance Index in Unexplained Infertility: A Case Control Study

Dhai Abdulalazize Rashid; Fadia Jassim Alizzi

Volume 8, Issue 3 , May and June 2023, Pages 233-239

Abstract
  Background & Objective: Infertility that cannot be explained by anovulation, poor sperm quality, tubal disease, or any other recognized cause of infertility is referred to as unexplained infertility. The aim of this study is to assess the correlation between integrin alpha-v beta-3 expression, ...  Read More

Original Research Article Obstetrics and Gynecology
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 240-248

Abstract
  Background & Objective: Fertility control has been used for thousands of years in a variety of ways. Women need to use contraceptive methods correctly to reduce unintended pregnancies and maternal mortality. The purpose of this research was to determine the factors that have an impact on the ...  Read More

Original Research Article Obstetrics and Gynecology
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 249-254

Abstract
  Background & 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; ...  Read More

Original Research Article Obstetrics and Gynecology
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 255-267

Abstract
  Background & Objective: 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. The purpose of this research was to determine the prevalence and pattern of ...  Read More

Original Research Article Obstetrics and Gynecology
Maternal, Fetal and Neonatal Outcomes in Hospitalized Pregnant Women with Covid-19 in Northern Iran: A Prospective Study

Soudabeh Kazemi Aski; Seyedeh Hajar Sharami; Morvarid Ghasab Shirazi; Ezat Hesni; Seyedeh Fatemeh Dalil Heirati; Misa Naghdipour; Alireza Forozan; Maryam Ghalandari; Forozan Milani

Volume 8, Issue 3 , May and June 2023, Pages 268-276

Abstract
  Background & 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 outcomes ...  Read More

Original Research Article Obstetrics and Gynecology
The Effect of Intervention Using Stages of Change Method 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 277-284

Abstract
  Background & Objective: Cervical cancer screening is crucial for the early detection and prevention of this disease in women. Due to the prevalence of cervical cancer in Iraq, the current study aimed to improve Pap smear screening practices.Materials & Methods: The present semi-experimental ...  Read More

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

Maral Hosseinzadeh; Ebtehaj Heshmatkhah; Dariush Abtahi

Volume 8, Issue 3 , May and June 2023, Pages 285-294

Abstract
  Background & Objective: 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 ...  Read More

Case Report Article Gynecology Oncology
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 295-300

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

Case Report Article Gynecology Oncology
A Case of Appendiceal Mucocele Mimicking Adnexal Mass in a Young Woman with Chronic Abdominal Pain

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

Volume 8, Issue 3 , May and June 2023, Pages 301-305

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

Letter to the Editor Maternal Fetal Medicine
Delivering Bad News to End-Stage Children: Emphasizing the Role of Emotions

Nematullah Shomoossi; Mostafa Rad

Volume 8, Issue 3 , May and June 2023, Pages 306-307

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