childbirth

Ovarian Cancer Risk Factors

Demographic Factor Age Increased incidence of Epithelial Ovarian Cancer is more pronounced over 65 years of age. According to previous studies, median age of diagnosis is 50-79 years. Reproductive Factor Pregnancy Characteristics Results of a study showed that delivery of MALE Infant associated with a 2-times increase in the risk of mucinous ovarian cancer. Menstrual-related …

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Does the mode of delivery predispose women to anal incontinence in the first year postpartum? A comparative systematic review

Objectives To assess if mode of delivery is associated with increased symptoms of anal incontinence following childbirth.  Design Systematic review of all relevant studies in English.  Data sources Medline, Embase, Cochrane Library, bibliographies of retrieved primary articles and consultation with experts.  Study selection and data extraction Data were extracted on study characteristics, quality and results. …

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