Helping adolescents prevent unintended pregnancy

"Bottom line, previous surgery for endometriosis is not a contraindication to the use of an IUD (usually with HT) if the patient and you agree that this is the best option," said Jon Matthew Farber, MD.

A visit with a pediatric clinician is an ideal time to ensure that a teenager knows the correct information, has the opportunity to make certain contraceptive choices, and instill the knowledge that the pediatric office is a safe place to come for help.

In a recent study, the rate of infant deaths was increased by 5.6% in US states implementing abortion bans.

AI-assisted software improves clinicians' detection of congenital heart defects in prenatal ultrasounds, enhancing accuracy, confidence, and speed, according to a study presented at SMFM's Annual Pregnancy Meeting.

A study found that 2 weeks of maternal bed rest significantly increases fetal weight and growth metrics in small for gestational age fetuses.

Pregnant women infected with avian influenza face a 90% maternal and 86% infant mortality rate, underscoring the urgent need for pandemic preparedness and protection strategies.