MedWorm provides a medical RSS filtering service. Over 6000 RSS medical sources are combined and output via different filters. This feed contains the latest medical blog items that have been tagged with 'endometrial'. Sat, 03 Sep 2011 02:32:41 +0100 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5096203&cid=t_344026_87_f&fid=39187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fgetbetterhealth.com%2Fnyt-reports-on-research-that-links-height-to-cancer-risk%2F2011.08.04 Female models may be tall and beautiful, but they are also at markedly increased risk of developing cancer. The New York Times reported on a fascinating research article regarding height of a women and risk of cancer. Specifically, for every four-inch increase in height over 5 feet 1 inch, the risk that a woman would develop cancer increased by about 16 percent, especially for: • Colon Cancer (RR per 10 cm increase in height 1.25, 95% CI 1.19—1.30) • Rectal Cancer (1.14, 1.07—1.22) • Malignant Melanoma (more…) *This blog post was originally published at Fauquier ENT Blog* (Source: Better Health) Better Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5096203 Thu, 04 Aug 2011 21:00:00 +0100 5096203 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4709154&cid=t_344026_83_f&fid=34856&url=http%3A%2F%2Finsidesurgery.com%2F2011%2F04%2Flynch-syndrome-hereditary-nonpolyposis-colon-cancere%2F Pathophysiology 1) carcinoma usually arising in proximal (right) colon 2) one of the following criteria must be met for diagnosis – colorectal cancer occurring in at least two generations, patient less than 50 years old, three or greater relatives with colon cancer (at least 2 of which are first-degree relatives) Histology/Gross Pathology usually a poorly differentiated colon carcinoma Poorly differentiated right colon cancer - normal fern-like tissue is at upper right Associated Conditions increased incidence of ovarian cancer and endometrial cancer Biochemistry tumors have a high level of genomic instability (microsatellites) (Source: Inside Surgery) Inside Surgery blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4709154 Thu, 14 Apr 2011 02:31:38 +0100 4709154 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4622517&cid=t_344026_177_f&fid=38133&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FTubalReversalBlog%2F%7E3%2Fa0zhlxy_CFo%2Fptls-syndrome.html PTLS syndrome can be a devastating condition if you are unknowingly suffering from side effects after a tubal ligation procedure. Megan, a PTLS suffer, details problems she experienced after her tubes were tied, how she diagnosed her condition, and became determined to change things for herself and other PTLS sufferers. (Source: Tubal Reversal Blog) Tubal Reversal Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4622517 Tue, 22 Mar 2011 18:20:20 +0100 4622517 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3740787&cid=t_344026_136_f&fid=37846&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhealthinfoispower.wordpress.com%2F2010%2F07%2F09%2Fesmo-clinical-practice-guidelines-regarding-brca-gene-mutations-ovarian-cancer-supportive-cancer-care%2F The European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO) is the leading European professional organization committed to advancing the specialty of medical oncology, and promoting a multidisciplinary approach to cancer treatment and care. …  The ESMO Clinical Practice Guidelines include coverage of  (i) BRCA gene mutations in breast and ovarian cancer, (ii) gynecologic tumors, and (iii) supportive [...] (Source: Libby's H*O*P*E*) Libby's H*O*P*E* blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3740787 Fri, 09 Jul 2010 22:27:51 +0100 3740787 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3453980&cid=t_344026_111_f&fid=39123&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Fnursingcomments%2Ftdtc%2F%7E3%2FO8MxFrswkCY%2F           Endometriosis is one of the most common gynecological diseases, affecting more than 5.5 million women in North America alone.  The two most common symptoms of endometriosis are pain and infertility.  Some women have pain before and during their periods, as well as during or after sex. This pain can be so intense that it affects a woman’s quality of life, from her relationships, to her day-to-day activities.  Some women don’t have any symptoms from endometriosis.  Others may not find out they have the disease until they have trouble getting pregnant.  The word endometriosis comes from the word “endometrium” – endo meaning “inside” and metrium meaning “mother.” Health care providers call the tissue that lines the inside of the uterus (where a mot... Nursing Comments blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3453980 Thu, 08 Apr 2010 21:16:12 +0100 3453980 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3115315&cid=t_344026_177_f&fid=38133&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FTubalReversalBlog%2F%7E3%2F8_kPzu2B8t4%2Fendometrial-ablation-fibroids-and-tubal-reversal.html This is the personal story of Shaunda who seeks a natural pregnancy after an endometrial ablation. Her ablation procedure was done for treatment of anemia caused by heavy periods and fibroids. Shaunda underwent a successful tubal ligation reversal and is now prepared to take on the challenges of pregnancy after an ablation procedure. (Source: Tubal Reversal Blog) Tubal Reversal Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3115315 Wed, 23 Dec 2009 16:49:52 +0100 3115315 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3115316&cid=t_344026_177_f&fid=38133&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FTubalReversalBlog%2F%7E3%2FJLAETAiInuA%2Ftubal-reversal-after-ablation-pregnancy-advice.html Continuing advice on tubal reversal, pregnancy, and endometrial ablation is offered by the tubal reversal experts of Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center. The medical advice in this article focuses on women who have regular menstrual cycles after ablation. (Source: Tubal Reversal Blog) Tubal Reversal Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3115316 Tue, 22 Dec 2009 17:20:37 +0100 3115316 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3108566&cid=t_344026_177_f&fid=38133&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FTubalReversalBlog%2F%7E3%2FRFTJpgxU-YU%2Fendometrial-ablation-and-tubal-ligation-reversal-advice.html Tubal reversal and pregnancy advice is provided for women who have undergone endometrial ablation procedures. The advice offered in this article focuses on women who are not having periods after and ablation and should provide helpful guidance about pregnancy possibilities after ablation. (Source: Tubal Reversal Blog) Tubal Reversal Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3108566 Mon, 21 Dec 2009 15:16:30 +0100 3108566 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3092970&cid=t_344026_177_f&fid=38133&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FTubalReversalBlog%2F%7E3%2FffFaupexv_E%2Fpregnancy-after-endometrial-ablation-study-review.html Pregnancy after endometrial ablation is possible. The tubal reversal doctors of Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center present a summary of the findings of two important medical reviews on the outcomes of pregnancy after endometrial ablation. (Source: Tubal Reversal Blog) Tubal Reversal Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3092970 Wed, 16 Dec 2009 00:53:01 +0100 3092970 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3097099&cid=t_344026_177_f&fid=38133&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FTubalReversalBlog%2F%7E3%2FdWRaLrMv1Gw%2Ftubal-reversal-endometrial-ablation-pregnancy-concerns.html In part three of the series on pregnancy and endometrial ablation the reversal experts of Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center explain the reasoning for the risks of becoming pregnant after an endometrial ablation procedure. The cause of each of the serious risks and well as how pregnancy is possible is carefully explained. (Source: Tubal Reversal Blog) Tubal Reversal Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3097099 Tue, 15 Dec 2009 17:33:11 +0100 3097099 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3071498&cid=t_344026_177_f&fid=38133&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FTubalReversalBlog%2F%7E3%2F4YuB83zi7Oc%2Feffects-of-endometrial-ablation-on-pregnancy.html The tubal reversal experts of Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center provide more information on endometrial ablation, pregnancy, and tubal ligation reversal. This second article provides insight into the effects of endometrial ablation and how pregnancy is possible after endometrial ablation. (Source: Tubal Reversal Blog) Tubal Reversal Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3071498 Tue, 08 Dec 2009 17:43:58 +0100 3071498 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3048401&cid=t_344026_177_f&fid=38133&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FTubalReversalBlog%2F%7E3%2Fc6v6udNZwJ8%2Fpregnancy-after-endometrial-ablation-and-tubal-reversal.html Many women will inquire about both the possibility and risks of pregnancy after an endometrial ablation procedure. The tubal ligation reversal experts of Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center present a blog series dedicated to the risks of pregnancy after an endometrial ablation procedure. (Source: Tubal Reversal Blog) Tubal Reversal Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3048401 Wed, 02 Dec 2009 01:32:24 +0100 3048401 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2963293&cid=t_344026_136_f&fid=37846&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhealthinfoispower.wordpress.com%2F2009%2F11%2F04%2F%25c3%25a6terna-zentaris-lhrh-receptor-targeted-therapy-aezs-108-produces-positive-preliminary-results-in-advanced-stage-ovarian-cancer%2F Preliminary Phase II clinical study evaluation shows that primary efficacy endpoint has been met for patients with advanced-stage, platinum-resistant, taxane-pretreated ovarian cancer who were treated with the targeted therapy AEZS-108. Æterna Zentaris Inc. , a global biopharmaceutical company focused on endocrine therapy and oncology, today announced positive efficacy data from a Phase II study with its [...] (Source: Libby's H*O*P*E*) Libby's H*O*P*E* blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2963293 Wed, 04 Nov 2009 20:39:09 +0100 2963293 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2013600&cid=t_344026_115_f&fid=34678&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.feedburner.com%2F%7Er%2FScanMansNotes%2F%7E3%2F474365370%2F … Long axis view of the Uterus and Cervix on Transvaginal Ultrasonography with thickened Endometrium. Large lobulated hyperechoic Endocervical mass with polypoidal protrusion beyond the external cervical os. Power Doppler shows internal vascularity within the polypoidal mass with a vascular stalk extending from the body of Uterus. 3D reformatted image shows the thickened Endometrium within the Uterus continuing distally as a large polyp protruding from the external cervical os. 3D reformatted image with Power Doppler shows the internal vascularity within the polyp and the long vascular stalk from the body of Uterus. The other blood vessels that are seen are normal myometrial blood vessels. Diagnosis: Large Pedunculated Endometrial Polyp protruding through the Cervix into the Vagi... scan man's notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2013600 Thu, 04 Dec 2008 06:19:31 +0100 2013600 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=868211&cid=t_344026_87_f&fid=34865&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.thecancerblog.com%2F2007%2F09%2F13%2Ftwo-or-more-drinks-a-day-in-postmenopausal-women-doubles-risk-of%2F Filed under: Endometrial CancerPostmenopausal women who consume two or more alcoholic drinks a day may double their risk of endometrial cancer, according to a new study published by Veronica Wendy Setiawan and colleagues at the University of Southern California. Endometrial cancer is the most common cancer of the female reproductive system and accounts for six percent of all cancers in women, according to the NCI.According to Setiawan, previous studies have shown that alcohol consumption has been associated with higher estrogen levels in postmenopausal women, which could be the mechanism that increases the risk of endometrial cancer.Read | Permalink | Email this | Linking Blogs | Comments (Source: The Cancer Blog) The Cancer Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=868211 Thu, 13 Sep 2007 04:00:00 +0100 868211