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Here are what the editors at HealthDay consider to be the most important developments in OBGYN & Women’s Health for July 2020. This roundup includes the latest research news from journal articles, as well as the FDA approvals and regulatory changes that are the most likely to affect clinical practice.<\/p>\n
Physician’s Briefing Weekly Coronavirus Roundup<\/font><\/p>\n Here is what the editors at Physician’s Briefing chose as the most important COVID-19 developments for you and your practice for the week of July 27 to 31, 2020. This roundup includes the latest research news from journal studies and other trusted sources that is most likely to affect clinical practice.<\/p>\n Read Full Article<\/a><\/p>\n Read Full Article<\/a><\/p>\n Read Full Article<\/a><\/p>\n Read Full Article<\/a><\/p>\n Read Full Article<\/a><\/p>\n Read Full Article<\/a><\/p>\n Read Full Article<\/a><\/p>\n Read Full Article<\/a><\/p>\n Read Full Article<\/a><\/p>\n Read Full Article<\/a><\/p>\n Read Full Article<\/a><\/p>\n Read Full Article<\/a><\/p>\n Read Full Article<\/a><\/p>\n Read Full Article<\/a><\/p>\n Read Full Article<\/a><\/p>\n Read Full Article<\/a><\/p>\n Read Full Article<\/a><\/p>\n Read Full Article<\/a><\/p>\n Read Full Article<\/a><\/p>\n Read Full Article<\/a><\/p>\n Read Full Article<\/a><\/p>\n Read Full Article<\/a><\/p>\n Read Full Article<\/a><\/p>\n Read Full Article<\/a><\/p>\n Read Full Article<\/a><\/p>\n Telemedicine Use Explodes During COVID-19 Pandemic<\/font><\/p>\n FRIDAY, July 31, 2020 (HealthDay News) — The emergence of telemedicine has accelerated during the coronavirus pandemic. HD Live! sat down with Rujuta Saksena, M.D., an oncologist at Overlook Medical Center in Summit, New Jersey, and Ateev Mehrotra, M.D., associate professor of health care policy at Harvard Medical School in Boston, to discuss the future of telemedicine and its impact on health care.<\/p>\n More Information<\/a><\/p>\n Survivors of Adolescent, Young Adult ALL May Suffer Late Effects<\/font><\/p>\n FRIDAY, July 31, 2020 (HealthDay News) — Survivors of adolescent and young adult (AYA) acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) may experience late effects, with a high incidence of subsequent endocrine disease and cardiac disease, according to a study published in the August issue of JNCI Cancer Spectrum<\/i>.<\/p>\n Abstract\/Full Text<\/a><\/p>\n Sex Differences in Income Vary With Proportion of Male Doctors<\/font><\/p>\n FRIDAY, July 31, 2020 (HealthDay News) — For surgical and nonsurgical specialists, sex differences in income vary with the proportion of male physicians in a practice, according to a study published online July 30 in The BMJ<\/i>.<\/p>\n Abstract\/Full Text<\/a><\/p>\n Mortality Rates Highest for Infants Born to Teens Age 15 to 19<\/font><\/p>\n FRIDAY, July 31, 2020 (HealthDay News) — Infants born to teenagers aged 15 to 19 years are more likely to die within the first year of life, according to a July data brief published by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention National Center for Health Statistics.<\/p>\n Abstract\/Full Text<\/a><\/p>\n Second BMD Measurement Not Beneficial for Identifying Hip Fracture<\/font><\/p>\n FRIDAY, July 31, 2020 (HealthDay News) — A second bone mineral density (BMD) assessment about three years after initial measurement does not improve discrimination beyond baseline BMD value alone for women who do and do not experience subsequent hip fracture or major osteoporotic fracture, according to a study published online July 27 in JAMA Internal Medicine<\/i>.<\/p>\n Abstract\/Full Text (subscription or payment may be required)<\/a><\/p>\n Early Age at Menarche Tied to Frequent Menopausal Symptoms<\/font><\/p>\n FRIDAY, July 31, 2020 (HealthDay News) — Early age at menarche is a risk factor for menopausal symptoms, according to a study published online July 21 in BJOG: An International Journal of Obstetrics & Gynaecology<\/i>.<\/p>\n Abstract\/Full Text (subscription or payment may be required)<\/a><\/p>\n Chocolate Tied to Lower Coronary Artery Disease Risk<\/font><\/p>\n THURSDAY, July 30, 2020 (HealthDay News) — Eating chocolate at least once a week is associated with a lower risk for coronary artery disease (CAD), according to a review published online July 22 in the European Journal of Preventive Cardiology<\/i>.<\/p>\n Abstract\/Full Text<\/a><\/p>\n Teen HPV Vaccination Rates Suboptimal<\/font><\/p>\n THURSDAY, July 30, 2020 (HealthDay News) — Lack of parental intent to initiate and complete the human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine series for adolescents is a major public health concern, according to a study published online July 21 in The Lancet Public Health<\/i>.<\/p>\n Abstract\/Full Text<\/a><\/p>\n Nirsevimab Injection Cuts RSV-Linked Infections in Preemies<\/font><\/p>\n THURSDAY, July 30, 2020 (HealthDay News) — Nirsevimab prevents respiratory syncytial virus (RSV)-associated lower respiratory tract infections in healthy preterm infants, while maternal RSV fusion (F) protein nanoparticle vaccination did not meet the prespecified criterion for efficacy, according to two studies published in the July 30 issue of the New England Journal of Medicine<\/i>.<\/p>\n Abstract\/Full Text – Griffin<\/a><\/p>\n Abstract\/Full Text – Madhi<\/a><\/p>\n Editorial (subscription or payment may be required)<\/a><\/p>\n Most Gynecologic Cancer Therapy Not Tied to Higher COVID-19 Risk<\/font><\/p>\n THURSDAY, July 30, 2020 (HealthDay News) — For gynecologic oncology patients with COVID-19, the case fatality rate is 14.0 percent, and chemotherapy and recent major surgery do not predict COVID-19 severity or mortality, according to a study published online July 30 in Cancer<\/i>.<\/p>\n Abstract\/Full Text (subscription or payment may be required)<\/a><\/p>\n Fibroid-Related QOL Better With Myomectomy for Uterine Fibroids<\/font><\/p>\n THURSDAY, July 30, 2020 (HealthDay News) — For women with symptomatic uterine fibroids, fibroid-related quality of life at two years is better for those undergoing myomectomy than those undergoing uterine-artery embolization, according to a study published in the July 30 issue of the New England Journal of Medicine<\/i>.<\/p>\n Abstract\/Full Text (subscription or payment may be required)<\/a><\/p>\n Editorial (subscription or payment may be required)<\/a><\/p>\n ACS Issues Updated Guideline for Cervical Cancer Screening<\/font><\/p>\n THURSDAY, July 30, 2020 (HealthDay News) — In a guideline update from the American Cancer Society, published online July 30 in CA: A Cancer Journal for Clinicians<\/i>, recommendations are presented for cervical cancer screening of individuals at average risk.<\/p>\n Abstract\/Full Text (subscription or payment may be required)<\/a><\/p>\n Study IDs Which Women Benefit From DBT Versus Digital Mammography<\/font><\/p>\n THURSDAY, July 30, 2020 (HealthDay News) — Improvements in recall rates and cancer detection rates with digital breast tomosynthesis (DBT) versus digital mammography (DM) are greatest on baseline examinations, according to a study published online July 28 in JAMA Network Open<\/i>.<\/p>\n Abstract\/Full Text<\/a><\/p>\n Editorial<\/a><\/p>\n Study Looks at Phthalates, Sleep Quality in Women at Midlife<\/font><\/p>\n WEDNESDAY, July 29, 2020 (HealthDay News) — For midlife women, phthalate exposure seems to be associated with sleep disruption, with the associations observed in nonsmokers or former smokers, according to a study published online July 29 in Menopause<\/i>.<\/p>\n Abstract\/Full Text (subscription or payment may be required)<\/a><\/p>\n Cancer-Related Encounters Down Since Start of COVID-19<\/font><\/p>\n WEDNESDAY, July 29, 2020 (HealthDay News) — There has been a decrease in cancer-related encounters and in cancer screening since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, according to a study published online July 27 in JCO: Clinical Cancer Informatics<\/i>.<\/p>\n Abstract\/Full Text<\/a><\/p>\n Smoking Ups Risk for Unruptured Intracranial Aneurysm in Women<\/font><\/p>\n WEDNESDAY, July 29, 2020 (HealthDay News) — Women aged 30 to 60 years with a positive smoking history and underlying hypertension have an increased risk for having an unruptured intracranial aneurysm (UIA), according to a study published online July 28 in the Journal of Neurology, Neurosurgery & Psychiatry<\/i>.<\/p>\n Abstract\/Full Text<\/a><\/p>\n Burden of Pre-, Postmenopausal Breast Cancer Up Worldwide<\/font><\/p>\n TUESDAY, July 28, 2020 (HealthDay News) — There is evidence of an increasing burden of premenopausal and postmenopausal breast cancer worldwide, according to a study published in the August issue of The Lancet Global Health<\/i>.<\/p>\n Abstract\/Full Text<\/a><\/p>\n Editorial<\/a><\/p>\n Incidence of Hip Fracture Decreased From 1970 to 2010<\/font><\/p>\n TUESDAY, July 28, 2020 (HealthDay News) — The incidence of hip fracture decreased from 1970 to 2010, with reductions in smoking and heavy drinking coincident with this decrease, according to a study published online July 27 in JAMA Internal Medicine<\/i>.<\/p>\n Abstract\/Full Text (subscription or payment may be required)<\/a><\/p>\n Myocardial Injury Seen in Many Early in Recovery From COVID-19<\/font><\/p>\n TUESDAY, July 28, 2020 (HealthDay News) — Many patients recently recovered from COVID-19 infection have cardiac involvement, according to a study published online July 27 in JAMA Cardiology<\/i>.<\/p>\n Abstract\/Full Text (subscription or payment may be required)<\/a><\/p>\n Editorial (subscription or payment may be required)<\/a><\/p>\n Vertebral Fractures Up With Long-Term Delay of Denosumab<\/font><\/p>\n TUESDAY, July 28, 2020 (HealthDay News) — Compared with on-time dosing, delay of denosumab by more than 16 weeks is associated with an increased risk for vertebral fractures, according to a study published online July 28 in the Annals of Internal Medicine<\/i>.<\/p>\n Abstract\/Full Text (subscription or payment may be required)<\/a><\/p>\n Indigenous American Ancestry Tied to HER2+ Breast Cancer<\/font><\/p>\n TUESDAY, July 28, 2020 (HealthDay News) — Indigenous American (IA) origin could partly contribute to the higher incidence of human epidermal growth factor receptor 2-positive (HER2+) breast cancer in Latinas, according to a study recently published in Cancer Research<\/i>.<\/p>\n Abstract\/Full Text<\/a><\/p>\n Higher Prepregnancy Serum Creatinine Linked to Preterm Birth<\/font><\/p>\n MONDAY, July 27, 2020 (HealthDay News) — Increased levels of prepregnancy serum creatinine are associated with an increased risk for preterm birth, according to a study published in the July 27 issue of CMAJ<\/i>, the journal of the Canadian Medical Association.<\/p>\n Abstract\/Full Text<\/a><\/p>\n Thorough Risk Assessment Essential Prior to Noncardiac Surgery<\/font><\/p>\n MONDAY, July 27, 2020 (HealthDay News) — Comprehensive preoperative assessment of cardiovascular risk with history and physical examination is essential prior to noncardiac surgery, according to a review published in the July 21 issue of the Journal of the American Medical Association<\/i>.<\/p>\n Abstract\/Full Text (subscription or payment may be required)<\/a><\/p>\n Perinatal Transmission of COVID-19 Unlikely With Correct Hygiene<\/font><\/p>\n MONDAY, July 27, 2020 (HealthDay News) — If correct hygiene procedures are undertaken, perinatal transmission of COVID-19 is unlikely to occur, according to a study published online July 23 in The Lancet Child & Adolescent Health<\/i>.<\/p>\n Abstract\/Full Text<\/a><\/p>\n Editorial<\/a><\/p>\n ASTRO Issues First Guideline on Radiation Therapy for Cervical Cancer<\/font><\/p>\n FRIDAY, July 24, 2020 (HealthDay News) — There is strong evidence supporting the use of radiation therapy (RT) for nonmetastatic cervical cancer, according to a clinical practice guideline from the American Society for Radiation Oncology (ASTRO) published in the July\/August issue of Practical Radiation Oncology<\/i>.<\/p>\n Abstract\/Full Text<\/a><\/p>\n Physician’s Briefing Weekly Coronavirus Roundup<\/font><\/p>\n Here is what the editors at Physician’s Briefing chose as the most important COVID-19 developments for you and your practice for the week of July 20 to 24, 2020. This roundup includes the latest research news from journal studies and other trusted sources that is most likely to affect clinical practice.<\/p>\n Read Full Article<\/a><\/p>\n Read Full Article<\/a><\/p>\n Read Full Article<\/a><\/p>\n Read Full Article<\/a><\/p>\n Read Full Article<\/a><\/p>\n Read Full Article<\/a><\/p>\n Read Full Article<\/a><\/p>\n Read Full Article<\/a><\/p>\n Read Full Article<\/a><\/p>\n Read Full Article<\/a><\/p>\n Read Full Article<\/a><\/p>\n Read Full Article<\/a><\/p>\n Read Full Article<\/a><\/p>\n Read Full Article<\/a><\/p>\n Read Full Article<\/a><\/p>\n Read Full Article<\/a><\/p>\n Read Full Article<\/a><\/p>\n Read Full Article<\/a><\/p>\n Read Full Article<\/a><\/p>\n Read Full Article<\/a><\/p>\n Read Full Article<\/a><\/p>\n Read Full Article<\/a><\/p>\n Read Full Article<\/a><\/p>\n Read Full Article<\/a><\/p>\n Read Full Article<\/a><\/p>\n Read Full Article<\/a><\/p>\n Read Full Article<\/a><\/p>\n Read Full Article<\/a><\/p>\n Read Full Article<\/a><\/p>\n Read Full Article<\/a><\/p>\n Read Full Article<\/a><\/p>\n Read Full Article<\/a><\/p>\n Read Full Article<\/a><\/p>\n Read Full Article<\/a><\/p>\n CDC Guidance Issued for Testing, Management of HCP Exposed to Hep C<\/font><\/p>\n FRIDAY, July 24, 2020 (HealthDay News) — In a U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention guidance report, published in the July 24 issue of Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report<\/i>, recommendations are presented for testing and clinical management of health care personnel (HCP) exposed to the hepatitis C virus (HCV).<\/p>\n Abstract\/Full Text<\/a><\/p>\n Mental Health Deteriorated During COVID-19 Lockdown<\/font><\/p>\n FRIDAY, July 24, 2020 (HealthDay News) — Mental health deteriorated in the United Kingdom by the end of April 2020 compared with pre-COVID-19 pandemic trends, according to a study published online July 21 in The Lancet Psychiatry<\/i>.<\/p>\n Abstract\/Full Text<\/a><\/p>\n Worse Multisensory Function May Accelerate Cognitive Aging<\/font><\/p>\n FRIDAY, July 24, 2020 (HealthDay News) — Worsening multisensory function is associated with accelerated cognitive aging, according to a study published online July 12 in Alzheimer’s & Dementia<\/i>.<\/p>\n