{"title":"Vitamin D and its role in gynecology: emerging importance of checking vitamin D status in certain gynecological entities.","authors":"Mateja Legan, Naneta Legan Kokol","doi":"10.23736/S2724-606X.22.05047-3","DOIUrl":"10.23736/S2724-606X.22.05047-3","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Among non-bone effects of vitamin D, the three main chronological stages in gynecology ‒ menarche, reproductive stage and menopause/postmenopause - are possibly impacted by vitamin D deficiency. A large amount of emerging data show that vitamin D is a confounding factor in these parameters. Gynecology stays at the crossroads with endocrinology and, in the light of the rising knowledge about the involvement of vitamin D in many gynecological disorders, it is worth to investigate the exact role of vitamin D in this area. Especially since vitamin D is easy to substitute in case of deficiency. Authors present some emerging data on the role of vitamin D in gynecology, suggesting when it is necessary to check vitamin D status to intervene with vitamin D supplementation and raising gynecologists' awareness of the need for further clinical studies.</p>","PeriodicalId":18572,"journal":{"name":"Minerva obstetrics and gynecology","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":1.8,"publicationDate":"2024-04-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"43627332","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Navigating towards precision: evaluating the clinical value of non-invasive biomarkers for the diagnosis of endometriosis.","authors":"D. Encalada Soto","doi":"10.23736/S2724-606X.23.05313-7","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.23736/S2724-606X.23.05313-7","url":null,"abstract":"INTRODUCTION\u0000Endometriosis is a chronic disease that affects millions of women worldwide, causing dysmenorrhea, chronic pain, and infertility, and has a significant impact on the healthcare system. Despite efforts to understand its pathogenesis, endometriosis is a disease with heterogeneous presentations and phenotypes which is manifested in part by the lack of a non-invasive biomarker available for its diagnosis. This review aims to bridge the gap between theory and practice by summarizing the most promising areas of study for developing a reliable biomarker or combination of biomarkers for the non-invasive diagnosis of endometriosis.\u0000\u0000\u0000EVIDENCE ACQUISITION\u0000We conducted a comprehensive literature search using the electronic databases PubMed and MEDLINE.\u0000\u0000\u0000EVIDENCE SYNTHESIS\u0000This review summarizes the potential biomarkers for endometriosis, including glycoproteins, inflammatory markers, immunologic markers, angiogenic cytokines, micro RNAs and the microbiome. Each of these biomarkers' role in the development and progression of endometriosis, and their diagnostic potential are discussed in detail.\u0000\u0000\u0000CONCLUSIONS\u0000Endometriosis is a complex and underdiagnosed disease with significant health impact. The development of non-invasive biomarkers for its diagnosis would be immensely valuable, and promising research is being done in this area. While no single biomarker has yet emerged as a reliable diagnostic tool, this review highlights the potential of several biomarkers and the importance of continued research in this field. By improving the diagnosis of endometriosis, we can improve the lives of millions of women worldwide.","PeriodicalId":18572,"journal":{"name":"Minerva obstetrics and gynecology","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":1.8,"publicationDate":"2024-04-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140793169","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Saeed Baradwan, M. Alshahrani, Rayan Al Sghan, H. Sabban, Khalid Khadawardi, Nabigah Alzawawi, H. H. Abduljabbar, A. M. Abdelhakim, Abdulhadi A Al Amodi, A. F. Elgamel
{"title":"Effect of vasopressin injection technique on ovarian reserve during laparoscopic cystectomy of ovarian endometriomas: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials.","authors":"Saeed Baradwan, M. Alshahrani, Rayan Al Sghan, H. Sabban, Khalid Khadawardi, Nabigah Alzawawi, H. H. Abduljabbar, A. M. Abdelhakim, Abdulhadi A Al Amodi, A. F. Elgamel","doi":"10.23736/S2724-606X.23.05310-1","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.23736/S2724-606X.23.05310-1","url":null,"abstract":"INTRODUCTION\u0000To evaluate the effect of injecting vasopressin during laparoscopic excision of ovarian endometriomas on ovarian reserve.\u0000\u0000\u0000EVIDENCE ACQUISITION\u0000Four different databases (PubMed, Cochrane Library, Scopus, and ISI Web of Science) were searched to identify relevant studies in March 2023. We selected randomized controlled trials (RCTs) that compared vasopressin injection in the intervention group versus no injection of vasopressin in the control group among women undergoing laparoscopic cystectomy of ovarian endometriomas. The main outcomes were the amount of bleeding, number of coagulation events, and levels of serum anti-Müllerian hormone (AMH) and follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH). The available data were extracted and analyzed in a meta-analysis model using RevMan software.\u0000\u0000\u0000EVIDENCE SYNTHESIS\u0000Seven RCTs, involving a total number of 478 patients, were included in our study. The vasopressin group had significantly reduced blood loss amount and number of coagulation events compared to the control group (P=0.004 and P=0.005). There was a significant improvement in the AMH levels within 6 months after surgery in the vasopressin group (MD=0.52, 95% CI: 0.11, 0.93, P=0.01). In addition, the FSH levels within 6 months after laparoscopic cystectomy were significantly reduced with vasopressin injection.\u0000\u0000\u0000CONCLUSIONS\u0000Vasopressin injection during laparoscopic cystectomy of ovarian endometriomas is effective in reducing blood loss amount and frequency of coagulation, as well as protecting the ovarian reserve. More trials are encouraged to confirm our findings.","PeriodicalId":18572,"journal":{"name":"Minerva obstetrics and gynecology","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":1.8,"publicationDate":"2024-04-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140777849","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Maria E Porto, Ana L Moura, Thiago R Carvalho, Cristiano C Gonçalves, Natércia P Freitas, Edward Araujo Júnior, Marcelo B Cavalcante
{"title":"Fertility preservation: knowledge, awareness, and attitude of university students and professors.","authors":"Maria E Porto, Ana L Moura, Thiago R Carvalho, Cristiano C Gonçalves, Natércia P Freitas, Edward Araujo Júnior, Marcelo B Cavalcante","doi":"10.23736/S2724-606X.22.05187-9","DOIUrl":"10.23736/S2724-606X.22.05187-9","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>Delayed pregnancy is a worldwide trend, especially in Western countries. University students and professors are at high risk of presenting age-related reproductive difficulties due to this new reproductive profile. Thus, through this study, we aimed at exploring the knowledge, awareness, and attitude of university students and professors related to fertility and fertility preservation (FP).</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>We adopted a prospective cross-sectional study design and included students and professors from private university located in the Northeast of Brazil. Eligible participants (male and female) were invited through an online message. The participants accessed the online questionnaire through a link.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>We performed 256 surveys (100 students and 156 professors). The overall mean age of participants was 35.8±13.1 years (from 18 to 67 years). Fertility was considered relevant by all participants, being very important among a greater number of students compared to professors, 61% versus 30.1%, P<0.001, respectively. The main reasons why participants could have postponed parenthood were reach financial stability (62.1%), career building (51.2%), health issues (37.9%), and not having a partner (33.9%). Students demonstrated a better understanding of FP and highlighted the importance of the age of females at the time of the oocyte cryopreservation. Very few students and professors already discussed reproductive planning with a health professional.</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>We observed a deficiency in the knowledge of Brazilian university students and professors about female fertility and FP options. Thus, exposing the population to information related to FP should be hyped in the university environment.</p>","PeriodicalId":18572,"journal":{"name":"Minerva obstetrics and gynecology","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":1.8,"publicationDate":"2024-04-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"33502976","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Ashley M Florence, Joshua Fogel, Makayla Mozey, Shachi Dave, Heidi O'Dell, Mary Fatehi
{"title":"Therapeutic human papilloma virus vaccination in patients at risk for cervical dysplasia.","authors":"Ashley M Florence, Joshua Fogel, Makayla Mozey, Shachi Dave, Heidi O'Dell, Mary Fatehi","doi":"10.23736/S2724-606X.22.05141-7","DOIUrl":"10.23736/S2724-606X.22.05141-7","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>Shared decision making between patients and their healthcare providers is recommended for use of the human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine Gardasil 9 (9v-HPV) in women ages 27-45 years. We studied HPV vaccination as a treatment modality for patients undergoing colposcopy older than age 26 years who tested positive for high-risk subtypes of HPV (HR-HPV).</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>A retrospective study (N.=155) was performed for patients that were evaluated for cervical dysplasia who tested positive for HR-HPV and received the 9v-HPV vaccine prior to repeat cervical cancer screening with co-testing. Demographic information, risk factors for cervical dysplasia, and treatment outcomes were assessed for response to vaccination as treatment.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Repeat co-testing was negative for HR-HPV in 76 patients (49%) and was positive in 79 patients (51%). A greater percentage of Hispanic patients cleared the virus and Black patients had a greater percentage of persistent HR-HPV on repeat co-testing (P=0.047). When comparing those who cleared the virus and those who had persistent HR-HPV, there were no differences observed for associated risk factors for dysplasia, HPV subtype, cytology or colposcopy results, vaccine dosing interval, or total number of vaccine doses received.</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>While the HPV vaccine is effective for prevention of infection by high-risk strains of HPV, it remains unclear whether 9v-HPV vaccine should be recommended as a treatment option in exposed patients beyond age 26. We recommend healthcare providers discuss usefulness of 9v-HPV vaccine with their unvaccinated patients 27 years and older at risk for cervical dysplasia.</p>","PeriodicalId":18572,"journal":{"name":"Minerva obstetrics and gynecology","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":1.8,"publicationDate":"2024-04-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"33488065","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Antonio LA Marca, Paola Anserini, Andrea Borini, Giuseppe D'Amato, Ermanno Greco, Claudia Livi, Enrico Papaleo, Rocco Rago
{"title":"Luteal phase support in assisted reproductive technology centers: Italian survey.","authors":"Antonio LA Marca, Paola Anserini, Andrea Borini, Giuseppe D'Amato, Ermanno Greco, Claudia Livi, Enrico Papaleo, Rocco Rago","doi":"10.23736/S2724-606X.22.05219-8","DOIUrl":"10.23736/S2724-606X.22.05219-8","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>In assisted reproductive cycles (ART), the fine balance of controlling corpus luteum function is severely disrupted. To challenge this iatrogenic deficiency, clinicians aim to provide exogenous support. Several reviews have investigated progesterone route of administration, dosage and timing.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>A survey about luteal phase support (LPS) after ovarian stimulation was conducted among doctors in charge in Italian II-III level ART centers.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>With regards to the general approach to LPS, 87.9% doctors declare to diversify the approach; the reasons for diversifying (69.7%) were based on the type of cycle. For all the most important administration routes (vaginal, intramuscular, subcutaneous) it appears that in frozen cycles there is a shift towards higher dosages. The 90.9% of the centers use vaginal progesterone, and when a combined approach is required, in 72.7% of cases vaginal administration is combined with injective route of administration. When Italian doctors were asked about the beginning and duration of LPS, 96% of the centers start the day of the pickup or the day after, while 80% of the centers continue LPS until week 8-12. The rate of participation of the centers confirms the low perceived importance of LPS among Italian ART centers, while may be considered quite surprising the relatively higher percentage of centers that measures P level. Tailorization to women's needs is the new objective of LPS: self-administration, good tolerability are the main aspects for Italian centers.</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>In conclusion, results of Italian survey are consistent to results of main international surveys about LPS.</p>","PeriodicalId":18572,"journal":{"name":"Minerva obstetrics and gynecology","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":1.8,"publicationDate":"2024-04-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"9299475","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Immediate delivery versus expectant management in women with chronic hypertension: a meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials.","authors":"Giovanni Sisti, Gal Rubin, Antonio Schiattarella","doi":"10.23736/S2724-606X.23.05194-1","DOIUrl":"10.23736/S2724-606X.23.05194-1","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Introduction: </strong>The current guidelines regarding chronic hypertension during pregnancy recommend induction of labor at term. The only previous meta-analysis on this topic found two randomized controlled trials but failed to pool together their results. We aimed to find the best literature-based evidence regarding delivery timing in chronic hypertension during pregnancy.</p><p><strong>Evidence acquisition: </strong>We searched the following electronic databases: MEDLINE, EMBASE, Scopus, ClinicalTrials.gov, the PROSPERO International Prospective Register of Systematic Reviews, and the Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials, Google Scholar. We selected randomized controlled trials comparing expectant management versus immediate delivery. The search was performed by two authors and the conflicts resolved in meetings. Data collection and analysis: we collected maternal and neonatal outcomes in a metanalysis following the random-effects model.</p><p><strong>Evidence synthesis: </strong>Two studies were found. The summary effect measure was 1.1 (C.I. 0.51-2.1) regarding the maternal outcomes, 2.6 (C.I. 0.91-7.44) regarding the neonatal outcomes, and 1.5 (C.I. 0.8-2.79) combined. There was no statistically significant difference between maternal and neonatal outcomes (P=0.2).</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>The results of our meta-analysis pointed towards a non-difference between immediate delivery and expectant management, in women with chronic hypertension.</p>","PeriodicalId":18572,"journal":{"name":"Minerva obstetrics and gynecology","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":1.8,"publicationDate":"2024-04-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"9406832","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Gabriel Levin, Yoav Brezinov, Raanan Meyer, Noa Oranim
{"title":"Gynecologic oncology top-cited articles: an international analysis.","authors":"Gabriel Levin, Yoav Brezinov, Raanan Meyer, Noa Oranim","doi":"10.23736/S2724-606X.23.05391-5","DOIUrl":"10.23736/S2724-606X.23.05391-5","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>The aim of this paper was to study the top-cited per year (CPY) original articles published in the leading subspecialty journals in gynecologic oncology and in the leading general obstetrics and gynecology journals. We used the Web of Science and iCite databases to mine the original articles and review articles in the field of gynecologic oncology in the following journals: Gynecologic Oncology, The International Journal of Gynecological Cancer, The American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology and the Obstetrics & Gynecology. Top CPY articles from the four journals were analyzed and compared in a two-time point analysis. A total of 23,252 original articles and reviews were identified. The 100 Top-CPY articles were published from 1983 to 2021. Seventy (70%) in Gynecologic Oncology journal, 20 (20%) in The International Journal of Gynecological Cancer, eight (8%) in Obstetrics & Gynecology and two (2%) in The American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology. The most common study methodology was observational studies (20%), followed by guidelines/consensus papers (19%). The most common study topic was ovarian cancer (41%). North America originating authors composed 62% of the top CPY publications, followed by Europe (21%). The most common country of authorship was the United States (52%) followed by Canada (10%). CPY were similar in the publications before vs. after 2014 (P=.19). Study designs, study topics and continent of authorship were similar in both periods. The proportion of multi-center studies was higher after 2014 (66.6% vs. 28.8%, P=0.002) and the proportion of open access publications was higher after 2014 (66.6% vs. 15.4%, P<.001). Funded studies were more common after 2014 (75.0% vs. 53.8%, P=0.028). Ovarian cancer is the top CPY area of research in gynecologic oncology. This field is leaded by authors from the United States with multi-center studies proportion increasing in recent years. It is important to promote further high-quality research in other countries to disseminate knowledge and equality.</p>","PeriodicalId":18572,"journal":{"name":"Minerva obstetrics and gynecology","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":1.8,"publicationDate":"2024-04-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"138299539","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Konstantinos Palaiologos, Rebecca Karkia, Zoi Nikoloudaki, Ahmed Mohamed, Rebecca Lavelle, Susanne Booth, Marina Flynn, Christopher Helbren, Matthew Simms, Theo Giannopoulos
{"title":"Pelvic exenteration: a retrospective study in a tertiary referral cancer center in the UK.","authors":"Konstantinos Palaiologos, Rebecca Karkia, Zoi Nikoloudaki, Ahmed Mohamed, Rebecca Lavelle, Susanne Booth, Marina Flynn, Christopher Helbren, Matthew Simms, Theo Giannopoulos","doi":"10.23736/S2724-606X.24.05337-5","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.23736/S2724-606X.24.05337-5","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>Pelvic exenteration (PE) is an extensive surgery that is indicated in cases of recurrent advanced gynecological cancer with curative and sometimes palliative intent. The procedure is associated with both high morbidity and mortality and as such is considered a highly specialist procedure. The aim of the study was to analyze surgical outcomes in women who underwent PE for advanced gynecological malignancy in a tertiary cancer referral center over 11 years.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>This is an observational retrospective single-center study. There were 17 patients included who underwent PE in Hull Royal Infirmary Hospital (Hull, UK) between 2010 and 2021. The main outcome measures were the perioperative complications, overall survival (OS), and recurrence free survival (RFS). Cumulative survival rates were reported at 1, 3 and 5 years. Univariate Cox regression analysis was undertaken to analyze factors that are prognostic for OS and RFS. Hazard Ratios (HR) with 95% confidence intervals (95% CI) were computed from the results of the Cox regression analyses. Kaplan-Meier survival curves were generated to visually display estimates of OS and RFS over the follow-up period.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>The median age at the time of surgery was 63.0 (IQR: 48.0-71.0). All patients received surgery with curative intent and complete tumor resection (R0) was achieved in 94.1% of cases. An overall 5-year survival was achieved in 63.7% of patients. Mean overall survival (OS) was 8.4 years (95% CI: 7.78-9.02). The RFS was 5.0 years (95% CI: 4.13-5.87). Both OS and RFS were significantly negatively affected by the hospital stay (P=0.020 and P=0.035, respectively), but not by the type of surgery (P=0.263 and P=0.826, respectively).</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>The results of the study demonstrated stable and comparable outcomes in patients undergoing pelvic exenteration.</p>","PeriodicalId":18572,"journal":{"name":"Minerva obstetrics and gynecology","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":1.8,"publicationDate":"2024-03-27","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140294037","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Gabriel Levin, Yoav Brezinov, Raanan Meyer, Susie Lau, Shannon Salvador, Walter H Gotlieb
{"title":"The value of multicenter collaboration in Gynecologic Oncology research.","authors":"Gabriel Levin, Yoav Brezinov, Raanan Meyer, Susie Lau, Shannon Salvador, Walter H Gotlieb","doi":"10.23736/S2724-606X.23.05451-9","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.23736/S2724-606X.23.05451-9","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Introduction: </strong>Canadian gynecological oncology (GYNONC) is constantly evolving. We aim to study the patterns in Canadian GYNONC research using a systematic search approach and bibliometric analysis.</p><p><strong>Evidence acquisition: </strong>We used Web of Science to identify all relevant publications in the field of GYNONC by Canadian. We analyzed bibliometric data obtained from the iCite database. Publications were evaluated for specific characteristics including the province of all co-authors. We compared bibliometric metrics among provinces.</p><p><strong>Evidence synthesis: </strong>Overall, 1511 publications, published in 138 different journals during 1973-2022 were analyzed. Of those, 23.5% (N.=355) were of interprovincial origin. Interprovincial publications were constantly increasing, now reaching 34.1%. Publications of interprovincial setting had higher RCR, CPY, FCR and NIH percentile scores when compared to any single province (P=0.009, P>0.001, P<0.001, and P<0.001, respectively). The proportion of publications in high impact factor journals were higher in the interprovincial setting: 35 (9.9%) vs. 48 (4.2%), P<0.001. Excluding the interprovincial publications there were 1156 publications. Half of the publications were authored by authors from Ontario (N.=587, 50.6%), 278 (24.1%) by authors from Quebec, and 161 (14.0%) by authors from British Columbia. The mean FCR was higher in British Columbia as compared to Ontario, Quebec and Manitoba (6.0±2.1 vs. 5.3±2.1, 5.3±1.5, and 4.1±3.0 respectively; P=0.006, P=0.034, and 0.037, respectively). Only Ontario, Quebec, British Columbia and Alberta had publications in high impact factor journals, with similar rate (P=0.806).</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>Interprovincial publications have the highest citation metrics in all domains. This underscores the importance of collaboration for the purpose of impactful research.</p>","PeriodicalId":18572,"journal":{"name":"Minerva obstetrics and gynecology","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":1.8,"publicationDate":"2024-03-27","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140294038","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}