{"title":"Chapter 11. Endometriosis-related complications in women undergoing in-vitro fertilization","authors":"Laura Melado , Baris Ata","doi":"10.1016/j.bpobgyn.2024.102456","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.bpobgyn.2024.102456","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p><span><span>As a chronic inflammatory disease, </span>endometriosis<span> generates fibrosis and anatomic distortion, which add extra-challenges to assisted reproductive technology cycles and requires a personalized approach. Patients with </span></span>endometriomas<span><span><span><span> have significantly decreased ovarian reserve<span> and the ultrasound examination tends to be challenging, possibly underestimating follicle counts. It is crucial to assess the feasibility of oocyte retrieval procedure during the initial examination of the patient, as the distortion of the pelvic </span></span>anatomy, the presence of </span>hydrosalpinges and endometriomas might render the procedure difficult and increase the risk of complications. Possible injury to adjacent organs and risk of infection must be considered. Assisted reproductive technology seems to have limited or no impact on endometriosis recurrence, </span>pain symptom progression or the size of endometrioma.</span></p></div>","PeriodicalId":50732,"journal":{"name":"Best Practice & Research Clinical Obstetrics & Gynaecology","volume":"93 ","pages":"Article 102456"},"PeriodicalIF":5.5,"publicationDate":"2024-01-12","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139459015","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Umberto Leone Roberti Maggiore , Valentina Chiappa , Marcello Ceccaroni , Giovanni Roviglione , Luca Savelli , Simone Ferrero , Francesco Raspagliesi , Ludovica Spanò Bascio
{"title":"Epidemiology of infertility in women with endometriosis","authors":"Umberto Leone Roberti Maggiore , Valentina Chiappa , Marcello Ceccaroni , Giovanni Roviglione , Luca Savelli , Simone Ferrero , Francesco Raspagliesi , Ludovica Spanò Bascio","doi":"10.1016/j.bpobgyn.2023.102454","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.bpobgyn.2023.102454","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p><span>Endometriosis<span> is a benign, chronic, inflammatory condition affecting up to 10 % of women and characterised by the presence of glands and stroma tissue outside the uterus. Epidemiological and clinical studies demonstrate a consistent association between </span></span>endometriosis and infertility. However, this relationship is far to be clearly understood and several mechanisms are involved. Available data show that patients with endometriosis have an increased estimated risk of infertility between two and four times compared with the general population. On the other hand, the probability of patients with infertility to have endometriosis is reported up to about 50 % of the cases. Future studies should aim to better elucidate the mechanisms behind endometriosis-associated infertility in order to offer the more appropriate and tailored management for the patients.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":50732,"journal":{"name":"Best Practice & Research Clinical Obstetrics & Gynaecology","volume":"92 ","pages":"Article 102454"},"PeriodicalIF":5.5,"publicationDate":"2024-01-03","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139082111","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Georgios Grigoriadis , Angelos Daniilidis , Benjamin Merlot , Konstantinos Stratakis , Thomas Dennis , Adrien Crestani , Isabella Chanavaz-Lacheray , Horace Roman
{"title":"Surgical treatment of deep endometriosis: Impact on spontaneous conception","authors":"Georgios Grigoriadis , Angelos Daniilidis , Benjamin Merlot , Konstantinos Stratakis , Thomas Dennis , Adrien Crestani , Isabella Chanavaz-Lacheray , Horace Roman","doi":"10.1016/j.bpobgyn.2024.102455","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.bpobgyn.2024.102455","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p><span>Deep endometriosis (DE) is the most severe form of endometriosis and is commonly associated with infertility. Surgical treatment of DE appears to increase chances of spontaneous conception in appropriately selected patients wishing to conceive. Identifying, however, the exact impact of DE, and its surgical removal, on natural conception is highly challenging. The surgical approach should be favoured in symptomatic patients with pregnancy intention. Limited data from infertile patients suggest that outcomes may not differ from patients without known infertility. Complex DE surgery carries a risk of serious complications, therefore, it should be performed in centers of expertise. Such complications may, however, not have a significant negative impact on fertility outcomes, according to limited available data. Data on </span>obstetric<span> outcomes of spontaneous conceptions after DE surgery are too scarce. In asymptomatic, infertile patients the debate between primary surgery or Artifial Reproductive Technology is ongoing, until randomized studies report their results.</span></p></div>","PeriodicalId":50732,"journal":{"name":"Best Practice & Research Clinical Obstetrics & Gynaecology","volume":"93 ","pages":"Article 102455"},"PeriodicalIF":5.5,"publicationDate":"2024-01-03","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139082124","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Tips and tricks in gynaecological robotic surgery","authors":"Kamana Subba , Esther Lambert , Alaa El-Ghobashy","doi":"10.1016/j.bpobgyn.2023.102453","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.bpobgyn.2023.102453","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p><span>It was the dawn of a new era for robotic surgery when the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved </span><em>da Vinci</em> robotic surgical system for general laparoscopic procedures in 2000. The surgical practice saw a transformative breakthrough towards minimally invasive approach with the ever-increasing uptake of advanced robots proven to benefit patients and surgeons in various ways. However, these innovative machines only complement and enhance a surgeon's operating skills, and with such privilege come responsibilities and new challenges. Heavy reliance on such advanced devices while operating on humans necessitates thorough training and supervision to ensure safe and efficient applications. It is the surgeon's responsibility to direct the procedure constantly and lead other team members who assist during the surgery. In this chapter, we provide miscellaneous tips and tricks that can help beginners navigate through robotic surgery with more confidence and enthusiasm.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":50732,"journal":{"name":"Best Practice & Research Clinical Obstetrics & Gynaecology","volume":"93 ","pages":"Article 102453"},"PeriodicalIF":5.5,"publicationDate":"2023-12-31","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139063628","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Robot-assisted laparoscopic myomectomy: Technique & brief literature review","authors":"Arnold P. Advincula","doi":"10.1016/j.bpobgyn.2023.102452","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.bpobgyn.2023.102452","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>The worldwide growth of robot-assisted laparoscopic surgery has been exponential since its FDA approval for use in gynecologic surgery in the spring of 2005. This growth has spanned the entire gamut of gynecologic procedures and pathology. One area that has leveraged the unique aspects of robotics has been its application to the conservative surgical management of uterine fibroids. This manuscript will review the surgical technique and highlight the current situation regarding the scientific literature with an evidence-based focus on the role of robot-assisted laparoscopic myomectomy (RALM) with the daVinci Surgical System (Intuitive Surgical, Sunnyvale, CA).</p></div>","PeriodicalId":50732,"journal":{"name":"Best Practice & Research Clinical Obstetrics & Gynaecology","volume":"93 ","pages":"Article 102452"},"PeriodicalIF":5.5,"publicationDate":"2023-12-24","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139035544","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Ethical challenges in obstetric emergencies in low- and middle-income countries","authors":"Patrick Ifeanyi Okonta MBBCh, FWACS, FMCOG, MPH, MD , Odidika Ugochukwu Joannes Umeora MBBS, FWACS, FMCOG, MPH, MD","doi":"10.1016/j.bpobgyn.2023.102451","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.bpobgyn.2023.102451","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>Obstetric emergencies are challenging, requiring implementation of a rapid sequence of interventions in a very short time to optimize clinical outcome. Managing obstetric emergencies could evoke ethical dilemmas for the obstetrician because of limited time to adequately educate the patient about her condition; impaired consciousness of the patient to give consent; nonexistent prior patient -doctor relationship and the need to consider both the patient and the fetus. In Low- and middle-income countries (LMICs), poor access to appropriate emergency care, structural and financial barriers and a largely uneducated and a deeply cultural population contribute to the ethical challenges.</p><p>In this article we review key ethical issues in obstetric emergencies in LMICs such as informed consent<span>, refusal of life saving treatment, confidentiality, disclosure of patient medical information and discharge against medical advice. The duties and responsibilities of the state to disadvantaged pregnant women and the ethical imperative of the obstetrician to provide care under these circumstances are discussed.</span></p></div>","PeriodicalId":50732,"journal":{"name":"Best Practice & Research Clinical Obstetrics & Gynaecology","volume":"92 ","pages":"Article 102451"},"PeriodicalIF":5.5,"publicationDate":"2023-12-17","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"138692866","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Contraception after abortion, miscarriage, ectopic and molar pregnancy","authors":"Michelle Cooper, Sharon Cameron","doi":"10.1016/j.bpobgyn.2023.102428","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.bpobgyn.2023.102428","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p><span><span>Regardless of whether a pregnancy ends in abortion, miscarriage or ectopic pregnancy, fertility and sexual activity can resume quickly. For those who do not plan to become pregnant again immediately, effective contraception is therefore required. Although a contraceptive discussion and the offer to provide contraception is considered an integral part of abortion care, health care providers may not always offer this same standard of care to those whose pregnancy ends in miscarriage or ectopic due to sensitivities or assumptions around this and future fertility intentions. Yet, evidence-based recommendations support the safety of initiating contraception at these times. Provision of a chosen method of contraception may be convenient for women and valued by them. As part of </span>holistic care, healthcare professionals who care for women around these reproductive events should therefore offer quality information on contraception and help them access their chosen method to better meet their ongoing </span>reproductive health needs.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":50732,"journal":{"name":"Best Practice & Research Clinical Obstetrics & Gynaecology","volume":"92 ","pages":"Article 102428"},"PeriodicalIF":5.5,"publicationDate":"2023-12-12","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"138575742","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Robotic radical hysterectomy after conization for patients with small volume early-stage cervical cancer","authors":"Pluvio J. Coronado , Myriam Gracia","doi":"10.1016/j.bpobgyn.2023.102434","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.bpobgyn.2023.102434","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p><span>Laparoscopy and robotics are recommended for managing gynecological cancer, as they are associated with lower morbidity and comparable outcomes to open surgery. However, in the case of early cervical cancer, new evidence suggests worse oncological outcomes with these approaches compared to open surgery, though the limited number of robotic cases makes it challenging to draw definitive conclusions for this particular approach. The prior </span>conization<span><span> has been proposed as a strategy to reduce the risk of tumor spillage and contamination during minimally invasive (MIS) radical hysterectomy (RH). Retrospective studies have indicated that undergoing conization before RH is linked to a reduced risk of recurrences, especially in cervical tumors measuring less than 2 cm. Nevertheless, these studies lack the statistical power needed to definitively establish conization as a recommended step before RH. Furthermore, these studies do not have enough cases utilizing the robotic approach and specific conclusions cannot be drawn from this technique. The question of whether a subset of cases would benefit from preoperative conization and whether conization should be performed to recommend MIS over open surgery remains unanswered. Prospective </span>clinical trials involving women diagnosed with early-stage cervical cancer <2 cm, randomized between undergoing conization before robotic RH or without prior conization are mandatory to assess the role of conization before robotic RH in cervical cancer.</span></p></div>","PeriodicalId":50732,"journal":{"name":"Best Practice & Research Clinical Obstetrics & Gynaecology","volume":"92 ","pages":"Article 102434"},"PeriodicalIF":5.5,"publicationDate":"2023-12-10","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"138565885","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Samantha Tan , Mathew Leonardi , Glen Lo , Emmeline Lee
{"title":"Role of ultrasonography in the diagnosis of endometriosis in infertile women: Ovarian endometrioma, deep endometriosis, and superficial endometriosis","authors":"Samantha Tan , Mathew Leonardi , Glen Lo , Emmeline Lee","doi":"10.1016/j.bpobgyn.2023.102450","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.bpobgyn.2023.102450","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>Endometriosis<span> is a complex chronic inflammatory process characterised by the presence of endometrial-like glandular tissue outside the uterine cavity, typically within the pelvic structures. This condition affects up to 10–15 % of women and those assigned female at birth<span>, and can result in chronic pelvic pain<span> and in/subfertility. Treatment goals include medical, surgical options and alternative therapies.</span></span></span></p><p>Transvaginal ultrasound (TVUS) is the currently recommended first line investigation for endometriosis with magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) reserved for those with equivocal ultrasound findings.</p><p>In this paper, we aim to outline the commonly seen sonographic appearances of endometriosis divided into anterior, middle and posterior pelvic compartments. Limitations to ultrasound imaging include high operator dependence and patient factors.</p><p>New imaging techniques and research into the utility of artificial intelligence (AI) into the detection of endometriosis is currently underway, with possibility of reduced diagnostic delay and better patient outcomes.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":50732,"journal":{"name":"Best Practice & Research Clinical Obstetrics & Gynaecology","volume":"92 ","pages":"Article 102450"},"PeriodicalIF":5.5,"publicationDate":"2023-12-10","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"138576149","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Treatment of endometriomas: Surgical approaches and the impact on ovarian reserve, recurrence, and spontaneous pregnancy","authors":"Dana Baraki, Elliott G. Richards, Tommaso Falcone","doi":"10.1016/j.bpobgyn.2023.102449","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.bpobgyn.2023.102449","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>Endometriomas<span><span> may contribute to infertility and are associated with diminished ovarian reserve. Surgical management can damage the ovarian cortex and further diminish ovarian reserve. Surgical therapy of endometriomas can be achieved via </span>cystectomy<span><span>, ablation (electrosurgical, laser, or plasma energy), sclerotherapy<span>, or oophorectomy. Each approach has varying effects on ovarian reserve, </span></span>spontaneous pregnancy<span> rates, and recurrence rates: Cystectomy is associated with a low recurrence rate but higher risk of diminished ovarian reserve; Ablation (with laser or plasma energy) appears to have minimal effect on ovarian reserve while also having low recurrence rates; Sclerotherapy is mixed in terms of effect on ovarian reserve as well as recurrence rates. Fertility preservation counseling is recommended for patients considering surgical management. The surgical approach selected should be tailored to each individual patient with respect to their fertility and therapeutic goals.</span></span></span></p></div>","PeriodicalId":50732,"journal":{"name":"Best Practice & Research Clinical Obstetrics & Gynaecology","volume":"92 ","pages":"Article 102449"},"PeriodicalIF":5.5,"publicationDate":"2023-12-05","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"138493619","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}