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  1. Article ; Online: Synthetic versus non-synthetic slings for female stress and mixed urinary incontinence: A systematic review and meta-analysis.

    Larouche, Maryse / Zheng, Mei Mu Zi / Yang, Emily C / Konci, Rea / Belzile, Eric / Gill, Prubjot Kaur / Geoffrion, Roxana

    American journal of obstetrics and gynecology

    2024  

    Abstract: Objective: To systematically review objective and subjective success, and surgical outcomes of sub-urethral sling surgery for female patients with stress or mixed urinary incontinence (SUI, MUI) using synthetic vs. non-synthetic material with ... ...

    Abstract Objective: To systematically review objective and subjective success, and surgical outcomes of sub-urethral sling surgery for female patients with stress or mixed urinary incontinence (SUI, MUI) using synthetic vs. non-synthetic material with corresponding surgical approach (retropubic, RP or transobturator, TO).
    Data sources: We systematically searched Medline, Embase, EBM Reviews, ClinicalTrials.gov and Web of Science Core Collection using standardized medical subject headings, no date restrictions (Prospero registered). We double-screened studies and used backward citation chaining.
    Study eligibility: We included peer-reviewed randomized controlled trials and prospective or retrospective comparative studies examining outcomes of RP or TO synthetic vs non-synthetic (autologous, allograft, xenograft) slings for female SUI or MUI, with available English or French full text. We excluded minislings (single insertion point). We allowed slings for recurrent SUI or MUI, and slings concomitant with prolapse surgery, with at least 6 weeks of postoperative follow-up. We excluded systematic reviews, meta-analyses, review studies, case-control studies, case reports, studies that did not describe surgical approach or material, and studies of combination slings.
    Study appraisal: We evaluated study quality using the Cochrane Risk of Bias Tool for randomized controlled trials and the Newcastle-Ottawa Scale for observational studies. We used pooled relative risk (RR) with 95% confidence intervals (CI) to estimate effect of sling material type on each outcome through meta-analysis and meta-regression as appropriate.
    Results: We screened 4341 abstracts, assessed 104 full-texts and retained 35 manuscripts (30 separate studies). For RP synthetic vs non-synthetic, there was no difference in number of objectively or subjectively continent patients. Reoperation for SUI and overall was higher for non-autologous RP slings compared to synthetic. RP synthetic vs autologous slings were associated with higher subjective continence in populations with ≥ 25% recurrent SUI (RR 1.27, 95% CI 1.12-1.43). For TO synthetic vs non-synthetic, there were no differences in continence. Subjective satisfaction was better in the TO synthetic group compared to autologous (RR 1.42, 95% CI 1.03;1.94).
    Conclusions: Synthetic and non-synthetic slings have comparable objective and subjective success, with differences in operative outcomes and complications generally in favour of synthetic material.
    Language English
    Publishing date 2024-03-01
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 80016-8
    ISSN 1097-6868 ; 0002-9378
    ISSN (online) 1097-6868
    ISSN 0002-9378
    DOI 10.1016/j.ajog.2024.02.306
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  2. Article: Effect of double embryo transfer derived from autologous frozen oocytes on multiple pregnancy rates and presentation of success rates stratified by age at retrieval

    Badeghiesh, Ahmad / Konci, Rea / Aldhaheri, Sarah / Son, Weon-Young / Dahan, Michael H.

    Journal of the Turkish German Gynecological Association

    2021  Volume 22, Issue 3, Page(s) 168–173

    Abstract: Objective: To compare outcomes transferring one or two embryos in autologous frozen oocyte cycles.: Material and methods: A retrospective cohort study conducted at an academic fertility center between January 2012 and December 2018. One-hundred and ... ...

    Abstract Objective: To compare outcomes transferring one or two embryos in autologous frozen oocyte cycles.
    Material and methods: A retrospective cohort study conducted at an academic fertility center between January 2012 and December 2018. One-hundred and fourteen patients underwent frozen oocyte transfers; 67 single embryo transfer (SET) and 47 double embryo transfer (DET). No subjects had more than two embryos transferred. Data were analyzed using t-test and chi-squared testing. Multivariate logistic regression was used to control for confounding effects. Power analysis suggested an 82% power with alpha of 5% and effect size of 27%.
    Results: Regarding the embryo stage, 72% were cleavage embryos and 28% were blastocyst embryos. Among those who had cleavage stage embryos, 48.8% underwent SET and 51.2% underwent DET. In the blastocyst embryos group these proportions were 84.4% and 15.6%, respectively. There were no difference in pregnancy rate for SET (40.3%) vs DET (36.2%) (p=0.78). Additionally, the live birth rate did not differ between SET and DET (28.4 vs 19.1%, respectively, p=0.26). The multivariate multilevel analysis provided adjusted odds ratios (95% confidence interval) of: 1.85 (0.46-7.44) for pregnancy; 0.497 (0.05-4.86) for clinical pregnancy; and 0.82 (0.11-6.29) for live birth when comparing SET and DET. Multiple pregnancy rates were significantly lower in the SET (0%), compared with DET group (44.4%) (p<0.002).
    Conclusion: SET results in excellent live birth outcomes in autologous frozen oocyte cycles. However DET results in significantly increased rates of multiple pregnancies. This suggests that SET is a viable option in autologous frozen oocyte cycles.
    Language English
    Publishing date 2021-06-10
    Publishing country Turkey
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2425806-4
    ISSN 1309-0380 ; 1303-9695 ; 1309-0399
    ISSN (online) 1309-0380 ; 1303-9695
    ISSN 1309-0399
    DOI 10.4274/jtgga.galenos.2021.2020.0207
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  3. Article ; Online: Task shifting cesarean sections in low- and middle-income countries: A systematic review and meta-analysis.

    Zakhari, Andrew / Konci, Rea / Nguyen, Dong Bach / Amar-Zifkin, Alexandre / Smith, Jessica Papillon / Mansour, Fady W / Krishnamurthy, Srinivasan

    International journal of gynaecology and obstetrics: the official organ of the International Federation of Gynaecology and Obstetrics

    2022  Volume 160, Issue 3, Page(s) 771–782

    Abstract: Background: Safe and timely access to cesarean section (CS) in low- and middle-income countries (LMIC) remains a significant challenge.: Objectives: To compare maternal and perinatal outcomes of CS by non-physician clinicians (NPCs) versus physicians ...

    Abstract Background: Safe and timely access to cesarean section (CS) in low- and middle-income countries (LMIC) remains a significant challenge.
    Objectives: To compare maternal and perinatal outcomes of CS by non-physician clinicians (NPCs) versus physicians in LMIC.
    Search strategy and selection criteria: A systematic search of Ovid MEDLINE, EMBASE, Cochrane Library (including CENTRAL), Web of Science, and LILACS was performed from inception to January 2022.
    Data collection and analysis: Data were extracted by two independent reviewers and meta-analysis was performed when possible.
    Main results: Ten studies from seven African countries were included. There was no significant difference in maternal mortality for CS performed by NPCs versus physicians (odds ratio [OR] 1.09, 95% confidence interval [CI] 0.56-2.14, P = 0.8, I
    Conclusions: NPCs have comparable maternal and neonatal outcomes for CS compared with standard providers, albeit with increased odds of wound complication.
    Prospero registration: CRD42020217966.
    MeSH term(s) Infant, Newborn ; Pregnancy ; Female ; Humans ; Cesarean Section ; Developing Countries ; Perinatal Mortality ; Parturition ; Perinatal Death
    Language English
    Publishing date 2022-09-01
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Meta-Analysis ; Systematic Review ; Journal Article ; Review
    ZDB-ID 80149-5
    ISSN 1879-3479 ; 0020-7292
    ISSN (online) 1879-3479
    ISSN 0020-7292
    DOI 10.1002/ijgo.14401
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  4. Article: Supplements to Conventional Treatment After Hysteroscopic Lysis of Intrauterine Adhesions: A Systematic Review.

    Konci, Rea / Caminsky, Natasha / Tulandi, Togas / Dahan, Michael H

    Journal of obstetrics and gynaecology Canada : JOGC = Journal d'obstetrique et gynecologie du Canada : JOGC

    2019  Volume 42, Issue 8, Page(s) 984–1000

    Abstract: Intrauterine adhesions (IUAs) are a result of trauma to the basalis layer of the endometrium and may lead to clinical sequelae such as miscarriage, infertility, and menstrual irregularities. Hysteroscopy is recognized as the gold standard in diagnosis ... ...

    Abstract Intrauterine adhesions (IUAs) are a result of trauma to the basalis layer of the endometrium and may lead to clinical sequelae such as miscarriage, infertility, and menstrual irregularities. Hysteroscopy is recognized as the gold standard in diagnosis and management, although the optimal treatment after surgical intervention remains unclear. This review aimed to provide an update on the treatment options available after hysteroscopic adhesiolysis and to facilitate clinical management of patients with IUAs. To avoid duplicating previous work, the review focused on studies that compared various adjunctive postoperative treatments in patients receiving hormone therapy. Of 548 studies, 15 papers fit our criteria that compared post-resection treatment options in women with IUAs. Meta-analysis of the use of Foley catheter or amnion graft as an adjunctive therapy after adhesiolysis failed to show a statistical difference (odds ratio 1.55; 95% confidence interval 0.60-3.99). Meta-analysis could not be done for the 13 remaining studies as a result of extensive heterogeneity, bias, or non-comparable end points. The lack of a universal classification system for IUAs and the use of variable outcomes to measure the success of adjunctive treatment pose challenges in generating standard treatment recommendations. This review calls for the development of a universal classification system and studies with consistent parameters and end points to allow for the generation of standard treatment guidelines. On the basis of the available evidence, recommendation of specific adjunctive treatments after hysteroscopic adhesiolysis is unjustified.
    MeSH term(s) Female ; Humans ; Hysteroscopy/adverse effects ; Hysteroscopy/methods ; Pregnancy ; Tissue Adhesions/complications ; Tissue Adhesions/surgery ; Uterine Diseases/complications ; Uterine Diseases/surgery
    Language English
    Publishing date 2019-12-24
    Publishing country Netherlands
    Document type Journal Article ; Meta-Analysis ; Review ; Systematic Review
    ZDB-ID 2171082-X
    ISSN 1701-2163
    ISSN 1701-2163
    DOI 10.1016/j.jogc.2019.09.008
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  5. Article: Advanced parental age: Is it contributing to an increased incidence of non-syndromic craniosynostosis? A review of case-control studies.

    Abdelhamid, Kenzy / Konci, Rea / ElHawary, Hassan / Gorgy, Andrew / Smith, Lee

    Journal of oral biology and craniofacial research

    2020  Volume 11, Issue 1, Page(s) 78–83

    Abstract: Background: Craniosynostosis (CS) is a congenital birth defect characterized by the premature fusion of one or several calvarial suture(s). CS could lead to serious complications, such as intracranial hypertension and neurodevelopmental impairment. ... ...

    Abstract Background: Craniosynostosis (CS) is a congenital birth defect characterized by the premature fusion of one or several calvarial suture(s). CS could lead to serious complications, such as intracranial hypertension and neurodevelopmental impairment. There is an increasing trend in the prevalence of CS - 75% of which are of non-syndromic type (NSCS). In parallel, there is a steady rise in the average maternal age. The goal of this paper was to review the literature to clearly identify any associations between parental age and NSCS. This review was performed and reported in compliance with PRISMA guidelines.
    Methods: The PUBMED and EMBASE databases were systematically searched, and all studies that observed the relationship between maternal and/or paternal age on NSCS were included. The articles were then assessed for methodological quality using the Newcastle-Ottawa Scale (NOS). The effect of advanced maternal and/or paternal age on the incidence of NSCS was identified by the prevalence ratios reported at a confidence interval of 95%.
    Results: Six retrospective case-control studies, reporting on a total of 3267 cases of NSCS were included in this review. While there were some inconsistencies in the findings of the different studies, the majority reported a positive correlation between advanced maternal and/or paternal age and an increased incidence of NSCS.
    Conclusion: This review identified an association between advanced parental age and an increased incidence of NSCS.
    Language English
    Publishing date 2020-11-28
    Publishing country Netherlands
    Document type Journal Article ; Review
    ISSN 2212-4268
    ISSN 2212-4268
    DOI 10.1016/j.jobcr.2020.11.016
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  6. Article ; Online: Maternal anxiety, depression and vascular function during pregnancy.

    Bilbul, Melanie / Caccese, Christina / Horsley, Kristin / Gauvreau, Alexandre / Gavanski, Isabella / Montreuil, Tina / Konci, Rea / Lai, Jonathan K / Da Costa, Deborah / Zelkowitz, Phyllis / Shen, Hao Cheng / Gryte, Kailas Rumjahn / Larosa, Amanda / Brown, Richard Nicolas / Suarthana, Eva / Nguyen, Tuong-Vi

    Journal of psychosomatic research

    2022  Volume 154, Page(s) 110722

    Abstract: Objective: We aim to clarify whether type and timing of mental health symptoms in early pregnancy distinctly contribute to maternal-fetal vascular function, independent from the psychotropic medications given to treat these conditions.: Methods: Data ...

    Abstract Objective: We aim to clarify whether type and timing of mental health symptoms in early pregnancy distinctly contribute to maternal-fetal vascular function, independent from the psychotropic medications given to treat these conditions.
    Methods: Data from a prospective cohort study (n = 1678) were used to test whether self-reported fears about giving birth and depressive symptoms prior to 16 weeks of gestation were associated with vascular outcomes predictive of hypertensive disorders of pregnancy (HDP) i.e., systolic and diastolic blood pressure (BP); uterine artery pulsatility index (UAPI); umbilical artery resistance index (UmbARI); and urine protein creatinine ratio. Multiple linear regressions models and mediation models were used to test for associations between predictors and outcomes, controlling for previously identified risk factors for vascular dysfunction such as maternal age and history of infertility.
    Results: Fears about giving birth in early pregnancy were inversely associated with UmbARI (β = -0.33, p = 0.03, df = 51) mid- to late-pregnancy (≥20 weeks). Depressive symptoms in early pregnancy were also inversely associated with maternal systolic BP (β = -0.13, p = 0.01, df = 387) and diastolic BP (β = -0.10, p = 0.04, df = 387) during the first trimester.
    Conclusions: While fears about giving birth in early pregnancy were associated with lower vascular resistance in the fetal-placental unit, early depressive symptoms were associated with lower maternal vascular tone. At the very least, our results support the notion that early maternal psychological distress is unlikely to account for the development of HDP later during pregnancy and provide preliminary evidence to support distinct roles of pregnancy-related anxiety and depressive symptoms in maternal-fetal vascular function.
    MeSH term(s) Anxiety ; Depression ; Female ; Humans ; Hypertension ; Placenta/blood supply ; Pregnancy ; Prospective Studies ; Uterine Artery/physiology
    Language English
    Publishing date 2022-01-25
    Publishing country England
    Document type Journal Article ; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
    ZDB-ID 80166-5
    ISSN 1879-1360 ; 0022-3999
    ISSN (online) 1879-1360
    ISSN 0022-3999
    DOI 10.1016/j.jpsychores.2022.110722
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  7. Article ; Online: BRCA

    Piedimonte, Sabrina / Power, Joanne / Foulkes, William D / Weber, Evan / Palma, Laura / Schiavi, Alicia / Ambrosio, Enza / Konci, Rea / Gilbert, Lucy / Jardon, Kris / Baret, Laurence / Zeng, Xing

    International journal of gynecological cancer : official journal of the International Gynecological Cancer Society

    2020  Volume 30, Issue 11, Page(s) 1757–1761

    Abstract: Objective: Up to 15% of patients with high-grade serous ovarian, tubal, or peritoneal carcinoma harbor a mutation in : Methods: Gynecologic oncology-initiated genetic testing was implemented at a single university hospital center with input and ... ...

    Abstract Objective: Up to 15% of patients with high-grade serous ovarian, tubal, or peritoneal carcinoma harbor a mutation in
    Methods: Gynecologic oncology-initiated genetic testing was implemented at a single university hospital center with input and collaboration from gynecological oncologists, nurses, and genetic counselors. All patients diagnosed with high-grade serous ovarian, tubal, or peritoneal carcinoma after August 2017 were offered gynecologic oncologist- initiated genetic testing for a panel of 13 hereditary breast and ovarian cancer susceptibility genes. Data from this group was then compared with a historic cohort of patients who received traditional genetic counseling between January 2014 and August 2017 (control group). Patients that had genetic testing through a clinical trial were excluded. The primary outcome was the uptake of genetic testing in both groups. Secondary outcomes included difference in time from diagnosis to genetic result between both cohorts. Data was analyzed using SPSS 25.0 and medians (ranges) were reported.
    Results: A total of 152 women with high-grade serous ovarian, tubal, or peritoneal carcinoma were included in this study. Between January 2014 to July 2017 there were 108 patients with high-grade serous ovarian, tubal, or peritoneal carcinoma, among which 50.9% (n=54) underwent genetic testing following referral to genetics. The prevalence of
    Conclusion: Gynecologic oncologist-initiated genetic testing at the time of high-grade serous ovarian, tubal, or peritoneal carcinoma diagnosis leads to increased uptake and decreased delays in testing compared with referral for traditional genetic counseling.
    MeSH term(s) BRCA1 Protein ; BRCA2 Protein ; Cystadenocarcinoma, Serous/genetics ; Female ; Genetic Testing/standards ; Genetic Testing/statistics & numerical data ; Germ-Line Mutation ; Humans ; Ovarian Neoplasms/genetics ; Peritoneal Neoplasms/genetics ; Practice Patterns, Physicians' ; Referral and Consultation/standards ; Referral and Consultation/statistics & numerical data ; Retrospective Studies
    Chemical Substances BRCA1 Protein ; BRCA1 protein, human ; BRCA2 Protein ; BRCA2 protein, human
    Language English
    Publishing date 2020-08-05
    Publishing country England
    Document type Comparative Study ; Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 1070385-8
    ISSN 1525-1438 ; 1048-891X
    ISSN (online) 1525-1438
    ISSN 1048-891X
    DOI 10.1136/ijgc-2020-001261
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