Gynecologic oncology
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Gynecologic oncology · Feb 2021
Perioperative SARS-CoV-2 infection among women undergoing major gynecologic cancer surgery in the COVID-19 era: A nationwide, cohort study from Turkey.
The objective of this study was to determine the rate of perioperative SARS-CoV-2 infection among gynecologic cancer patients undergoing major surgery. ⋯ In the COVID-19 era, gynecologic cancer surgery may be performed with an acceptable rate of perioperative SARS-CoV-2 infection if the staff and the patients strictly adhere to the established infection control measures.
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Gynecologic oncology · Feb 2021
Underrepresented minority representation trends in gynecologic oncology fellowships in the United States.
To evaluate representation trends of historically underrepresented minority (URM) groups in gynecologic oncology fellowships in the United States using a nationwide database collected by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME). ⋯ This study illustrates the disparities in URM representation, especially those who identify as HBNO, in gynecologic oncology fellowship training in comparison to obstetrics and gynecology as well as other medical and surgical fields. Improvements to the current recruitment and selection practices in gynecologic oncology fellowships in the United States are necessary in order to ensure a diverse and representative workforce.
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Gynecologic oncology · Dec 2020
Decreasing opioid use in postoperative gynecologic oncology patients through a restrictive opioid prescribing algorithm.
The objective of this study was to evaluate the impact of a post-surgical restrictive opioid prescribing algorithm (ROPA) in gynecologic oncology patients. ⋯ A restrictive prescribing practice allows for a significantly lower number of opioids to be prescribed to postoperative patients while maintaining patient satisfaction. There was no increase in opioid refill requests using a ROPA in patients undergoing surgery.
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Gynecologic oncology · Dec 2020
Clinicopathologic characteristics and outcomes of endometrial Cancer patients with mismatch repair deficiency in the era of universal Lynch syndrome screening.
To evaluate clinicopathologic characteristics and survival impact associated with mismatch repair (MMR) deficient subgroups of endometrial cancer (EC) in patients undergoing universal screening for Lynch Syndrome. ⋯ MMR deficiency is associated with adverse prognostic factors and worse PFS among endometrioid tumors, particularly in early stage EC. MMR testing outside of LS screening has prognostic value, warranting consideration for inclusion as a biomarker in prospective clinical trials.
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Gynecologic oncology · Nov 2020
Sexual harassment and gender discrimination in gynecologic oncology.
To determine the prevalence of sexual harassment and perceptions of gender disparities affecting the careers of physicians in gynecologic oncology. ⋯ Sexual harassment during training/practice appears common among male and female gynecologic oncologists. Although most are aware of how to report an incident, few do so, mostly for fear of reprisal or concern nothing will be done. Despite practicing in a field defined by caring for women, female physicians more often perceive gender influences their compensation and career advancement. Awareness of these issues can lead to their elimination from our specialty.