What is the prevalence of Mayer-Rokitansky-Küster-Hauser (MRKH) syndrome?The MRKH syndrome in Denmark 1 4982 (95% confidence interval (CI): 4216-5887) live female births.The has been estimated to be around 4000-5000 females. However, population-based studies are sparse. Moreover, data on patient characteristics lacking.This retrospective cohort study used Danish National Patient Registry (DNPR) identify a nationwide patients with syndrome. Subsequently, were linked Cytogenetic Central (DCCR)...

Our aim was to assess the effects of metformin on menstrual frequency, fasting plasma glucose (FPG), insulin resistance assessed as HOMA-index, weight, waist/hip ratio, blood pressure (BP), serum lipids, and testosterone levels in women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) METHODS: In a randomized, controlled, double-blinded setup, 56 aged 18-45 PCOS were treated either 850 mg or placebo twice daily for 6 months. After wash-out period 3 months participants received alternate treatment The...

Study objectiveThe diagnosis of Mayer-Rokitansky-Küster-Hauser (MRKH) syndrome is often a lengthy process that typically occurs during late adolescence. To support optimized and patient-centered care, this study aimed to investigate how women with MRKH experience the diagnostic process.MethodsFrom January 2021 March 2021, we conducted in-depth interviews 18 Danish (≥25 years) diagnosed syndrome. The lasted median 92 minutes (range: 67-117). Data were analyzed using thematic...

Treatment with the anti-diabetic drug metformin is followed by a decline in plasma cobalamin, but it unsettled whether this denotes an impaired cobalamin status. This study has explored changes markers of status women Polycystic Ovary Syndrome treated (1.5–2.5 g per day) (n = 29) or placebo 23) for six months. Serum samples were collected before and after two, four, months treatment. We found serum to reach significant lower levels treatment (p 0.003). Despite we observed no reductions...

As immune globulin anti‐D given in the immediate post partum period fails to prevent development of antibodies about 1.5–2% women at risk, probably as a result feto‐maternal bleeding during pregnancy, 300 μ g was administered 609 Rh‐negative 28th gestational week. Three hundred and forty‐six had Rh‐positive babies, were additionally 200 partum. Of these, 291 an antibody screen test done 10 months after delivery. No found. The results study group compared with those control 354 who did not...

192 pregnant women were consecutively randomized to either a vitamin‐mineral pill or vitamin mineral with high iron content in prospective, open, investigation. The participants advised about iron‐rich foodstuffs twice during pregnancy. Iron status of the mother proved be without any significance for outcome A serum ferritin level 80 pmol/l mid‐pregnancy followed by control last trimester was suggested as guide deciding whether not prescribe supplementary

Laparoscopic ovarian drilling (LOD) is used as a first line of treatment, second treatment after patients have proved resistant to clomiphene or third failed ovulation induction with gonadotropins. We present the postoperative pregnancy rates 57 women evaluate potential optimal time LOD together other regimens infertile polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). Data on preoperative and operative background data were evaluated for their influence rates. The rate was 61% among PCOS who had LOD. No...

Conclusions on the effect of metformin circulating anti-Müllerian hormone (AMH) levels in women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) are ambiguous. We performed a secondary analysis randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled cross-over trial. Fifty-six hyperandrogenemic PCOS were included. Each woman served as her own control receiving daily dose either 1700 mg or placebo for 6 months. After 3-month wash-out period they received opposite treatment. The decrease AMH from median 49.5 to...

Abstract Objective To explore how women with Mayer–Rokitansky–Küster–Hauser (MRKH) syndrome experience dilation or surgical vaginal lengthening treatment, and their current sexual well‐being. Design A qualitative interview study. Setting Denmark. Population Women aged ≥25 years diagnosed MRKH syndrome. Methods Semi‐structured video interviews were conducted 18 women. Interviews lasted a median of 92 min digitally recorded, transcribed anonymised. Data analysed using thematic analysis. Main...

A case of laparoscopic reversal tubal sterilization is reported. The patient was a 38 year old woman sterilized by bipolar diathermia two years earlier. Refertilization performed end to anastomosis one tube. Postoperatively. the had menstruation and then achieved an intrauterine pregnancy. method refertilization saves expensive hospitalization costs.

Metformin treatment for polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) reportedly has had favorable effects on menstrual pattern and infertility, a recent meta-analysis concluded that it is an effective anovulation in affected women. This study examined the of metformin wide range outcomes 56 women ranging age from 18 to 45 years with PCOS. Participants received either dose 850 mg twice daily or placebo 6 months and, after 3-month washout period, alternate another months. In addition intention-to-treat...

Women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) are reported to be at risk for glucose intolerance. The aim of the study was describe these factors in a population Danish PCOS women attending gynecologic clinic and identify parameters strongest correlation fasting blood levels. In addition, we studied whether oral tolerance test (OGTT) diagnosed more cases intolerance this than plasma value (FPG) alone.Cross-sectional 91 oligomenorrhea or amenorrhea elevated serum testosterone, followed by an...

Background. Women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) are reported to be at risk for glucose intolerance. The aim of the study was describe these factors in a population Danish PCOS women attending gynecologic clinic and identify parameters strongest correlation fasting blood levels. In addition, we studied whether oral tolerance test (OGTT) diagnosed more cases intolerance this than plasma value (FPG) alone. Methods. Cross-sectional 91 oligomenorrhea or amenorrhea elevated serum...

Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) affects 5–10% of women fertile age and most are diagnosed with the because gynecologic symptoms, that is infertility, menstrual disturbances or symptoms hyperandrogenism such as acne excess hair growth. Since report by Burghen et al. (1) in 1980 PCOS was associated hyperinsulinemia, it has become clear more insulin resistant than weight-matched without (2). several features common metabolic syndrome, including dyslipi-demia, abdominal obesity resistance. In...

Glasier Anna and Gebbie Ailsa, editors: Handbook of Family Planning Reproductive Healthcare, 5th edition, 448 pages. Churchill Livingstone, N 2007. ISBN 9780443068874. Price €44.99/GBP 24.99. In his foreword, John Guillebaud stresses the importance subject this book by quoting James Grant UNICEF, who in 1992 declared that "family planning could bring more benefits to people at less cost than any other single technology now available human race". More half a million women die each year from...