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Estimating the National Impact of Severe Hemolytic Disease of the Fetus and Newborn in the United States

A large-scale analysis estimates the U.S. national burden of severe hemolytic disease of the fetus and newborn (HDFN) caused by anti-D, anti-K, and anti-c alloantibodies, revealing that severe HDFN is rare despite common alloimmunization.

MedXY Editorial Team
Nov 4, 2026

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Neurology

Exercise as a Cognitive Buffer in Midlife Women: Insights into Domain-Specific Effects and Modality Differences

Regular exercise in midlife women moderates age-related cognitive decline, particularly in processing speed and demanding working memory tasks, with resistance training showing unique benefits for reaction time.

Nov 3, 2026
OB/GYN & Women's Health

Intraoperative Iodine Staining During LEEP: A Randomized Trial Challenging Its Routine Use

A randomized trial shows that intraoperative Lugol’s iodine staining during LEEP increases positive resection margins and should not be routinely applied, despite reducing postoperative bleeding duration.

Nov 3, 2026
Dermatology

Safety of Biologic Therapy in Pregnancy for Psoriasis Patients: Insights from a Large Cohort Study

This large cohort study demonstrates that biologic therapy in pregnant women with psoriasis is not associated with increased adverse pregnancy outcomes and may reduce risks of spontaneous abortion and gestational diabetes.

Nov 2, 2026
OB/GYN & Women's Health

Oral Antihyperglycemic Agents Versus Insulin for Gestational Diabetes Mellitus: Societal Cost-Effectiveness Analysis of the SUGAR-DIP Randomized Controlled Trial

This study evaluates the societal cost-effectiveness of oral antihyperglycemic agents compared to insulin for gestational diabetes treatment, showing oral agents offer comparable benefits at potentially lower costs with small quality-adjust

Nov 2, 2026
OB/GYN & Women's Health

Enhancing Follow-Up After Early Medical Abortion in New Zealand: Evidence from a Randomised Controlled Trial on Self-Assessment versus Serum bhCG Testing

A New Zealand RCT demonstrates that self-assessment with low sensitivity urine pregnancy tests after early medical abortion improves complete follow-up and successful abortion rates compared to serum bhCG testing, supporting safer, equitabl

Nov 1, 2026
OB/GYN & Women's Health

Evaluating Meningioma Risk in Users of Estro-Progestin and Progestin-only Therapies: Insights from EudraVigilance Pharmacovigilance Data

A pharmacovigilance study using EudraVigilance data highlights potential safety signals linking desogestrel-only and drospirenone-only hormonal therapies with meningioma, underscoring the need for further longitudinal research and cautious

Oct 31, 2026
OB/GYN & Women's Health

IVF Surpasses Surgery for Infertility in Deep and Ovarian Endometriosis: Insights from a Partially Randomized Patient Preference Trial

This trial reveals that IVF significantly improves live birth rates compared to surgery in women with ultrasound-diagnosed deep or ovarian endometriosis-related infertility.

Oct 30, 2026
Diabetes & Endocrinology

Reevaluating the Safety and Clinical Implications of Menopausal Hormone Therapy: A Contemporary Perspective

Menopausal hormone therapy remains the most effective treatment for estrogen deficiency symptoms, with a favorable benefit-risk profile when individualized by age, timing, and formulation. Emerging evidence refines safety perceptions, guidi

Oct 30, 2026
Oncology

Rilvegostomig Plus Trastuzumab-Deruxtecan: A Promising Neoadjuvant Therapy in Early-Stage ERBB2-Negative Breast Cancer

The I-SPY2.2 trial evaluated rilvegostomig combined with trastuzumab-deruxtecan in high-risk ERBB2-negative early breast cancer, showing promising pathologic complete response rates in immune-positive tumors while reducing exposure to anthr

Oct 30, 2026
OB/GYN & Women's Health

Ensuring Lasting Impact: Strategies for Sustainable Implementation of Surgical Trials in Gynecologic Oncology

Surgical randomized trials in gynecologic oncology revolutionize treatment approaches, but sustainability beyond publication requires structured implementation, credentialing, and vigilant post-trial surveillance to maintain safety, equity,

Oct 29, 2026
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Optimizing Steroid Tapering Strategies for Immunotherapy Toxicities in Gynecologic Cancers

This study evaluates adherence to NCCN guidelines and taper durations of corticosteroids in managing severe immune-related adverse events (irAEs) among gynecologic cancer patients receiving immune checkpoint inhibitors, revealing that guide

Oct 28, 2026
Clinical Updates

Low-Carbohydrate Diets, Nutritional Adequacy, Glycemia, and Perinatal Outcomes in Women With Gestational Diabetes Mellitus: Insights from the DiGest Trial and Contemporary Evidence

This review synthesizes current evidence on low-carbohydrate diets in gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM), highlighting effects on glycemia, nutrient adequacy, and perinatal outcomes from the DiGest trial and supporting literature.

Oct 28, 2026
Diabetes & Endocrinology

Implications of Hemithyroidectomy on Gestational Hypothyroidism and Pregnancy Outcomes: Insights from a Nationwide Matched Cohort

This study reveals that prior hemithyroidectomy increases the risk of gestational hypothyroidism and later gestation complications, including preterm birth or pregnancy loss, underscoring the need for vigilant thyroid monitoring during preg

Oct 28, 2026
Infectious Diseases

Evaluating Cytology and High-Risk HPV Testing in HPV-Vaccinated Young Women: Insights from a Scottish Prospective Study

This prospective Scottish study compares cytology and high-risk HPV testing performance in young HPV-vaccinated women, revealing high negative predictive value but lower positive predictive value of hrHPV testing, emphasizing the role of cy

Oct 27, 2026
Clinical Updates

Impact of Substantial Preoperative Weight Loss on Postoperative Outcomes and Healthcare Utilization Following Reduction Mammoplasty in Obese Patients

Recent substantial preoperative weight loss (>10%) in obese patients undergoing reduction mammoplasty is associated with increased surgical site infections and hospital readmissions compared to weight-stable obese patients, highlighting

Oct 27, 2026
news

Disparities in Immunotherapy Use for Advanced Endometrial Cancer Among Older Adults: Insights from NCDB Analysis

Immunotherapy use in older patients with advanced endometrial cancer has increased over recent years but remains lower among the oldest and racial minorities, highlighting persisting treatment disparities.

Oct 27, 2026
Diabetes & Endocrinology

Unraveling the Complex Interplay of BMI and Inflammation on Assisted Reproductive Outcomes in PCOS Women

This study reveals bidirectional mediation between BMI and inflammatory markers affecting embryo quality and availability in PCOS women undergoing ART, highlighting BMI’s predominant role.

Oct 26, 2026
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Fertility, Pregnancy, and Women’s Health in Bronchiectasis: Insights from a Multicenter Study and Global Patient Survey

Women with bronchiectasis face unique reproductive challenges, particularly those with primary ciliary dyskinesia (PCD). Pregnancy often involves exacerbations, but neonatal outcomes remain generally favorable with proper pulmonary care.

Oct 25, 2026
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Prenatal Maternal Phosphatidylcholine and Children’s Behavior and Cognition through 4 Years of Age: Randomized Clinical Trial

A randomized clinical trial shows prenatal phosphatidylcholine supplements support fetal brain development, reducing early childhood social withdrawal and improving cognitive performance without significant safety concerns.

Oct 25, 2026
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