Obstetrics & Gynecology
Therapeutic Targeting of Quercetin Only to Breast Cancer Cells under In Vitro Conditions: A Systematic Review
Nov 2025
Article
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Current Women's Health Reviews
21,
e15734048332611
(2025)
BackgroundQuercetin (QT) is an effective plant compound in treating various diseases including certain types of cancer. Therefore this systematic review study was conducted to investigate the positive effects of quercetin (QT) on different breast cancer cell lines under in vitro conditions.ObjectiveThe purpose of this study was to explore the beneficial effects of quercetin (QT) on various breast cancer cell lines in an in vitro setting.MethodsUsing various d Read More
Effects of EX-PLISSIT Sex Counseling on Sexual Self-Concepts of Brides-To-Be: A Randomized Controlled Clinical Trial
Nov 2025
Article
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Current Women's Health Reviews
21,
e15734048314126
(2025)
BackgroundConsidering the prevalence of sexual dysfunctions among Iranian women and the effects of sexual self-concepts on sexual performance further studies on the effects of sex counseling on the sexual self-concepts of brides-to-be seem necessary.ObjectiveThe objective of this study is to determine the effects of EX-PLISSIT sex counseling on the sexual self-concepts of brides-to-be.MethodsThis randomized controlled clinical trial was conducted on Read More
Determining the Association between Preeclampsia and the Thyroid Hormone Status in Pregnant Women
Nov 2025
Article
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Current Women's Health Reviews
21,
e15734048349726
(2025)
BackgroundPreeclampsia is a significant multisystem disorder in pregnancy care that hormonal environmental and genetic factors can cause.AimThis study aimed to investigate the relationship between preeclampsia and thyroid hormone levels in pregnant women.MethodsThis case-control study was conducted in 2022 with 200 pregnant women in southeast Iran utilizing a convenience sampling method. The participants included 100 women in the preecla Read More
Comparison of Pregnancy Associated Plasma Protein A (PAPP-A) Levels in IVF-Induced Pregnancies and Physiological Pregnancies: A Case-Control Study
Nov 2025
Article
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Current Women's Health Reviews
21,
e15734048321126
(2025)
IntroductionInfertility is an important issue in reproductive health. In the field of reproductive medicine In vitro Fertilization (IVF) stands out as a central approach to helping infertile couples. Pregnancy-associated Plasma Protein-A (PAPP-A) levels increase progressively throughout pregnancy until delivery. Therefore the present study aimed to conduct a detailed examination and comparison of PAPP-A levels between women who have undergone IVF Read More
Sudden Rupture of Splenic Artery Aneurysm in a Pregnant Woman Resulting in the Death of the Fetus: A Case Report and Review of Literature
Nov 2025
Article
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Current Women's Health Reviews
21,
e15734048368843
(2025)
BackgroundVisceral artery aneurysm is an uncommon pathology with a potential risk of rupture and disastrous complications especially during pregnancy. Sudden rupture is associated with higher fetal mortality. The exact etiology of splenic artery aneurysm remains unclear. However intimomedial mucoid degeneration is a rare vascular disorder that can lead to aneurysms in young individuals.Case PresentationIn this case we present a case of unexp Read More
Infected Anterior Vaginal Wall Cyst Causing Acute Urinary Retention during Pregnancy: A Case Report
Nov 2025
Article
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Current Women's Health Reviews
21,
e15734048352088
(2025)
IntroductionAcute urinary retention (AUR) is a rare but serious condition during pregnancy that can lead to significant maternal and fetal complications. Pregnancy induces various anatomical and functional changes in the lower urinary tract increasing the risk of AUR. In this report we present a novel case of acute urinary retention secondary to a large infected anterior vaginal wall cyst.Case reportA 31-year-old woman in her second pregnancy at 18 w Read More
Women’s Satisfaction with the Provision of Prenatal Service by the Care Providers: A Cross-Section Analytical Study
Nov 2025
Article
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Current Women's Health Reviews
21,
e15734048320197
(2025)
BackgroundAssessment of women's satisfaction with the quality of prenatal care (PNC) services leads to identifying the needs and planning the appropriate interventions for quality improvement. This study aimed to assess women's satisfaction with the provision of prenatal service by the midwife and non-midwifery PNC providers and the related factors.MethodsThis was an analytical cross-sectional study on 200 pregnant women for prenatal care se Read More
Early Detection of Preeclampsia in Low-Resource Setting: Examining Risk Factors, Mean Arterial Blood Pressure (MAP), Body Mass Index (BMI), and Urine Protein at Public Primary Health Care
Nov 2025
Article
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Current Women's Health Reviews
21,
e15734048336790
(2025)
Background and AimPreeclampsia is a significant threat to maternal health worldwide leading to both infant and maternal morbidity or mortality. It also increases the risk of premature births and cardiovascular disease in affected mothers. Early risk assessments for preeclampsia in pregnant women are essential. Our study aims to identify a method for early detection of preeclampsia in low-resource areas by using tools such as risk assessment B Read More
Vaginal Synechiae in a Pregnant Woman with Past Surgery of Low Septum Resection: A Case Report
Nov 2025
Article
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Current Women's Health Reviews
21,
e15734048315495
(2025)
IntroductionTransverse vaginal septum is a rare mullerian anomaly. Patients with a complete transverse vaginal septum are diagnosed during menarche with symptoms of abdominal pain and amenorrhea. Here we present a patient who underwent septal resection during puberty and was referred in pregnancy due to vaginal synechiae.Case presentationThe patient was a 40-year-old primigravid referred to the maternity department at 39 weeks of gestational Read More
The Impact of Non-pharmacologic Traditional Chinese Medicine on Health-Related Quality of Life and Symptom Management in Breast Cancer Patients: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Nov 2025
Article
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Current Women's Health Reviews
21,
e15734048341106
(2025)
Background Breast cancer remains a prevalent malignancy among women globally. Survivors often experience diminished quality of life pain and sleep disturbances after treatment and suffer feelings of isolation. Non-pharmacological traditional Chinese medicine (NP-TCM) interventions have been increasingly applied in clinical practice yet their efficacy requires further clarification. Objective This meta-analysis aimed to evaluate the impact o Read More
Comparison of the Effects of Aromatherapy and Mindfulness through Social Media on the Sleep Quality of Women in the Postpartum Period - A Randomized Clinical Trial Study
Sep 2025
Article
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Current Women's Health Reviews
21,
E15734048302262
(2025)
AimThe present study aimed to compare the effect of two methods on mothers' sleep in the postpartum period.BackgroundThe postpartum period refers to the first 6 weeks after birth. Some mothers may find it difficult to adapt to the new role and thus the quality of their life and sleep may be affected.ObjectiveThe objective of the present study was to compare the effect of aromatherapy and mindfulness through social media during the Read More
The Effect of Kinesio Taping on Diastasis Rectus Abdominal in Postpartum: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis
Sep 2025
Article
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Current Women's Health Reviews
21,
E15734048319390
(2025)
BackgroundDuring pregnancy hormonal and physiological changes can affect the abdominal muscles. Diastasis rectus abdominis can often be detected during pregnancy and the postpartum period.ObjectiveThe aim of this study was to determine the effect of kinesio taping on rectus abdominis diastasis in the postpartum period.MethodsIn this study all published RCTs and quasi-RCT studies related to the studied title were searched and evaluated by consi Read More
Exploring Menstrual Disorders in Two Different Areas, Hamedan and Zahedan in Iran, after the Injection of the COVID-19 Vaccine
Sep 2025
Article
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Current Women's Health Reviews
21,
E15734048315163
(2025)
Background and PurposeAfter the injection of the COVID-19 vaccinations many women around the world have reported abnormalities in their menstrual periods. Hence the objective of our study was to compare the prevalence of menstrual abnormalities after the COVID-19 vaccine among females residing within two regions (Hamedan and Zahedan) that are different in the length of sunlight in Iran.MethodsThe research (cross-sectional study) utilized Read More
Herlyn-Werner-Wunderlich Syndrome Accompanying Hemosalpinx and Endometriotic Ovarian Cyst suspected as Tubo-Ovarian Abscess: A Rare Congenital Anomaly of Genitourinary System in a 12-year-old Female Patient
Sep 2025
Article
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Current Women's Health Reviews
21,
E15734048300410
(2025)
IntroductionThe Herlyn-Werner-Wunderlich (HWW) syndrome is a very rare congenital anomaly of the Mullerian duct and Wolffian duct with three symptoms of uterus: didelphys obstructed hemivagina and ipsilateral renal agenesis. In this syndrome hydrometrocolpos or hematocolpometra which are clinically equivalent to colpatresia causes mass and pain.Case PresentationThis case reports a case of HWW syndrome with a left adnexal mass suspected Read More
Foot Reflexology for Managing Menopausal Symptoms in Women: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Sep 2025
Article
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Current Women's Health Reviews
21,
E15734048320028
(2025)
BackgroundMenopause can cause a variety of unpleasant symptoms such as hot flashes night sweats mood swings and sleep disturbances. Although hormone replacement therapy is frequently utilized to help manage these issues long-term use of this treatment approach carries certain potential risks.ObjectiveThis study aims to examine the effects of foot reflexology a type of massage therapy that focuses on applying pressure to specific r Read More
Pregnancy through the Lens of Breast Cancer Survivors: A Qualitative Study in an Iranian Setting
Sep 2025
Article
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Current Women's Health Reviews
21,
E15734048292963
(2025)
BackgroundAn increasing incidence of breast cancer (BC) among young women aged<40 and also a growing pattern of delay in childbearing decision-making among couples in developed and developing countries leads to considerable concerns regarding the possibility of pregnancy for young BC survivors without children. These women may have had different experiences and needs during pregnancy which were not assessed in previous studies.ObjectiveTh Read More
Investigating the Factors Affecting Sexual Myths in Women and Men Based on the Biopsychosocial Model: A Scoping Review
Sep 2025
Article
Source:
Current Women's Health Reviews
21,
E15734048319091
(2025)
BackgroundSexual myths are mainly devoid of any substantial evidence and are passed on by word of mouth. Myths about sexuality may thus diminish the quality of sexual activities cause sexual dysfunctions including erectile dysfunction (impotence) vaginismus difficulty reaching an orgasm and premature ejaculation and make individuals feel dread anxiety and failure or inadequacy which can have adverse effects on their sexual identity.ObjectiveThis Read More
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