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45 unresolved questions extracted from the limitations and future-work sections of 894 Gynecological conditions and treatments papers in our library. Each links back to the study that raised it.

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  • While hysteroscopic (H) and laparoscopic (L) are both popular approaches in the management of CSD, the superiority of one over the other remains debated.

    Hysteroscopic vs. laparoscopic management of cesarian scar defect: a meta-analysis · 2026 · DOI

  • The limitation of the present study was that it had a retrospective design and some data were missing because patient data were accessed through the registration system. In the literature review, it was seen that there was no standard treatment in the management of adolescent menorrhagia.

    The Evaluation of Abnormal Uterine Bleeding in Adolescents: Tertiary Center Experience · 2026 · DOI

  • Future investigations should consider comparing multiple irri- gation fluid temperatures—including cooled solutions— to more comprehensively evaluate their impact on fluid absorption, procedural efficiency, and patient-reported out- comes, particularly in longer procedures or those involving larger fibroids where fluid deficit may be clinically limiting.

    The Influence of Solution Temperature on Fluid Deficit During Hysteroscopy · 2026 · DOI

  • Pelvic sidewall Technically straightforward; approximates Increased tension on adnexa; possible alteration of tubo-ovarian fixation physiological ovarian position anatomy; potential discomfort during pregnancy Utero-ovarian ligament plication Preserves normal anatomy; potentially better…

    Recurrent Ovarian Torsion in a Premenarchal Girl Managed With Laparoscopic Round Ligament Oophoropexy: A Case Report · 2026 · DOI

  • This study was conducted with a relatively small sample size of 50 patients from a single tertiary care hospital, which may limit the generalizability of the findings to the wider population. Being a crosssectional study, it also provides only a the diagnostic correlation snapshot of without long-term follow-up. In addition, purposive introduce sampling may selection bias and the results depend on operator expertise in performing and interpreting hysteroscopy.

    Assessment of Postmenopausal Bleeding Using Diagnostic Hysteroscopy · 2026 · DOI

  • Author contributions This study presents one of the largest reported case series of giant EPs in postmenopausal women without hormonal exposure, compris- ing fifteen well-documented cases including one from our institution and fourteen identified through a systematic literature review. However, some limitations should be acknowledged. First, the sample size remains small because of the rarity of giant EPs in this population. Second, variability in the quality and completeness of reporting across published cases may introduce information bias. Despite these limita- tions, this series provides valuable insights into the clinical behavior and optimal management of giant EPs in postmenopausal women, supporting their generally benign nature while underscoring the need for complete excision and pathological evaluation.

    Giant endometrial polyp in postmenopausal women without hormonal exposure: a case report and literature review · 2026 · DOI

  • Careful examination of the HSG views regarding other tubal pathologies is warranted as these subtle conditions may impair fertility and laparoscopic correction of these pathologies has a positive impact on fertility.

    The Diagnostic Value of Laparoscopy for the Evaluation of Patent but Abnormal Tubes on Hysterosalpingography · 2023 · DOI

  • The girl who has not yet menstruated and has cyclic lower abdominal pain and a tumor behind the pubic symphysis should be examined by a specialist in pediatric and adolescent gynecology who will confirm hymenal atresia according to a bluish and closed hymen, and suggest prompt and effective therapy.

    Hymenal atresia – a rare congenital anomaly with the risk of late diagnosis · 2022 · DOI

  • Women may be receiving overtreatment for possible uterine AVMs; careful clinical consideration is warranted as the most common clinical diagnosis for women with radiologic findings suspicious of uterine AVM is retained products of conception.

    Diagnosis and treatment of women with radiologic findings suspicious for uterine arteriovenous malformations · 2020 · DOI

  • The diagnosis of deep intestinal endometriosis is mandatory to plan treatment and for follow-up; however, there is no consensus worldwide in the use of rectal/ vaginal opacification and anti-peristaltic agents for magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scanning, being defined as an option for the examination.

    The rectal vaginal opacification with water and the antiperistaltic agent in magnetic resonance scanning of the intestinal endometriosis · 2019 · DOI

  • IMPACT STATEMENTWhat is already known on this subject? Previous Studies have demonstrated the effect of surgery on ovarian reserve but there have been contradictory findings reported about the effects of OMAs per se on serum AMH levels and it has not been clear what the relation between OMAs size and AMH levels is, if any.

    The effects of endometrioma size and bilaterality on ovarian reserve · 2019 · DOI

  • The limitations of this study: isolated endometrial pathogens were not correlated with the qualitative and quantitative composition of the gastrointestinal microbiota; further reliable data can be obtained from the detailed study of the nature of immune response in women with a variety of viral agents detected in the uterine cavity, as well as from classifying them according to the obtained results and building a more large-scale research.

    Endometrial polyps and micropolyps. Microbial landscape of the uterine cavity and its role in their formation · 2016 · DOI

  • BACKGROUND: Studies examining the use of pharmaceutical (prostaglandins, antiprogestogens) and mechanical (osmotic dilators) dilatation of the cervix before hysteroscopy under general anaesthesia have produced conflicting results regarding their effect on cervical dilatation and trauma during the procedure.

    Does cervical preparation before outpatient hysteroscopy reduce women’s pain experience? A systematic review · 2011 · DOI

  • The initial literature screening yielded 41 citations, but 19 were excluded because no data on reoperation were described, seven as no original figures were included, three because analyses were performed on the same cohort, and one because extremely skewed data were reported.

    The effect of second‐line surgery on reproductive performance of women with recurrent endometriosis: A systematic review · 2009 · DOI

  • Future high-quality ran- domized studies with long-term follow-up including patient- reported sexual and quality-of-life outcomes are warranted to confirm these findings and define best practice.

    A Retrospective Cohort Study Comparing Barbed Versus Non-Barbed Sutures For Vaginal Vault Closure Following Minimally Invasive Hysterectomy · 2026 · DOI

  • However, the relatively lower accuracy of 2D USG compared with 3D USG represents one of the limitations of this study.

    Comparison of Endometrial Cavity Volume on Hysterosalpingography with Uterine Volume and Endometrial Thickness on Ultrasonography in Cases of Infertility in Indian Women at a Tertiary Health Care Center · 2026 · DOI

  • Despite widespread ultrasound use in Bangladesh, normative uterine dimensions across menopausal status and BMI categories remain underreported.

    Ultrasonographycally Measured Size of the Uterus in Pubertal, Reproductive and Menopausal Women – Correlating with Age, BMI and Parity · 2026 · DOI

  • The mechanism by which endometriosis develops within the muscularis propria of the appendix in patients without a prior history of endometriosis remains unclear.

    Endometriosis of the Appendix: Two Rarely Encountered Cases and Review of the Literature · 2026 · DOI

  • To investigate the long-term systemic effects of tubal sterilisation using the silver clip technique, a commonly used yet understudied permanent contraceptive method, by evaluating its impact on inflammatory responses and coagulation function.

    A cohort study on inflammatory response and coagulation function changes in women with silver clip or silk ligation sterilisation · 2026 · DOI

  • Furthermore, to highlight the gaps in knowledge and numerous controversies surrounding reproductive surgery, while summarising the current opinion on management.

    Reproductive surgery remains an essential element of reproductive medicine · 2024 · DOI

  • Evidence on treatment effects on HMB of the progesterone only pill and the etonogestrel subdermal implant is lacking.

    Nonsurgical treatment options for heavy menstrual bleeding · 2023 · DOI

  • What the results of this study add: As there is no consensus on the management of highly vascular myometrial lesions suspicious for uterine AVMs, this study reports our institution’s experience with pelvic ultrasound findings suspicious for uterine AVMs.

    Diagnosis and treatment of women with radiologic findings suspicious for uterine arteriovenous malformations · 2020 · DOI

  • It may prove useful in endometrioma excision in reproductive aged women because it is likely to harm ovarian reserve less than electrocautery; however, this conclusion needs to be validated.

    Use of a gelatin-thrombin hemostatic matrix in obstetrics and gynecological surgery · 2018 · DOI

  • Research is inconclusive as to which surgical method least damages ovarian reserve in the long term; however, bipolar hemostasis appears to be the most damaging technique and should be avoided.

    An update on the diagnosis, surgical management, and fertility outcomes for women with endometrioma · 2017 · DOI

  • Selection of the optimal evidence-based treatment options for adenomyosis in the fertility clinic is difficult because of a lack of evidence regarding the relation between fertility and the degree and composition of adenomyosis.

    Uterine adenomyosis and infertility, review of reproductive outcome after in vitro fertilization and surgery · 2017 · DOI

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