Publications by authors named "Alessandra Inzoli"

Intramural pregnancy (IMP) is a rare type of ectopic pregnancy where the embryo implants within the uterine myometrium. This condition carries a high risk of massive hemorrhage, uterine rupture, and potentially life-threatening complications. We present a case of a 35-year-old patient who underwent in vitro fertilization (IVF) and was diagnosed with an IMP located in the back-isthmian portion of the uterus by ultrasound scan.

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: Postpartum urinary retention (PPUR) typically resolves within the first three days following delivery. However, in rare instances, it may persist beyond 72 h and, in some cases, extend for several weeks. The current study aimed to evaluate long-term sequelae in women who endured PPUR following vaginal delivery.

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Introduction: The purpose of this single-center retrospective analysis is to evaluate the long-term feasibility and oncologic safety of fertility-sparing surgery (FSS) in patients with advanced borderline ovarian tumors (BOTs).

Methods: Patients with FIGO stage IIA-IIIC BOTs treated with FSS between 1985 and 2021 were evaluated.

Results: A total of 86 patients were included, the majority having serous histology (90.

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Splenectomy is a well-established therapeutic approach for pediatric hematologic disorders, especially in the case of hereditary spherocytosis (HS). In addition to the commonly acknowledged short- and long-term infectious and thrombotic complications, also splenosis represents a rare but noteworthy complication of splenectomy. Splenosis is characterized by the auto-transplantation and growth of splenic tissue in ectopic locations, following trauma or splenectomy.

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Background: Chronic pelvic pain is a debilitating condition affecting quality of life. Endometriosis is one of the leading causes of CPP, but recent studies highlighted the role of interstitial cystitis/bladder pain syndrome (IC/PBS) in causing CPP. Only some studies addressed the coexistence of these two conditions, which seems more frequent than what is supposed, leading to diagnostic delays and unnecessary surgeries.

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Article Synopsis
  • Risk-reducing salpingo-oophorectomy (RRSO) is recommended for women with BRCA1/2 pathogenic variants to prevent ovarian cancer, but many still refuse the surgery despite its benefits.
  • A study at a referral center in Italy analyzed 287 women, finding a high uptake rate of 96.1% for RRSO after counseling, although some women were hesitant due to fears about menopause and childbearing.
  • The study suggests that a specialized clinic with a supportive team and options for surveillance plays a crucial role in encouraging women to consider risk-reducing surgery.
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Our study aims to evaluate clinical predictors of menstrual cycle disorders in female athletes who compete in running disciplines. This is a prospective observational study. Women were recruited between January and May 2022.

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Background: A peculiar complication of endometriosis is a superinfection. However, the superinfection of extra-ovarian endometriosis is anecdotal, and only a few cases have been described. We wanted to present the first cases of the superinfection of rectovaginal endometriosis and to perform a literature review of the superinfection of extra-ovarian endometriosis.

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Background: Primary vaginal cancer is a rare gynecologic malignancy. Few cases describing the concurrence of a vaginal tumor with advanced genital prolapse are reported in the literature and there is no consensus on optimal treatment.

Objectives: To investigate available evidence on presentation, treatment, and outcomes of these concurrent conditions.

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Background: Post-partum hemorrhage continues to be a leading cause of maternal mortality and morbidity. The aim of this study was to estimate the prevalence of major hemorrhage, near-miss cases and substandard care in a I level hospital.

Methods: We conducted a retrospective cohort study of pregnant women between 2003 and 2018 who had a blood loss ≥1500 mL or who required one or more blood transfusions.

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Vaginal health is an essential component of active and healthy aging in women at midlife and beyond. As a consequence of hormonal deprivation and senescence, the anatomy and function of urogenital tissues are significantly affected and vulvovaginal atrophy (VVA) may occur. In a high proportion of postmenopausal women, progressive and chronic VVA symptoms have a strong impact on sexual function and quality of life.

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