2023
Expedited Partner Therapy: A Multicomponent Initiative to Boost Provider Counseling
Markowitz M, Ackerman-Banks C, Oliveira C, Fashina O, Pathy S, Sheth S. Expedited Partner Therapy: A Multicomponent Initiative to Boost Provider Counseling. Sexually Transmitted Diseases 2023, 51: 15-21. PMID: 37921862, PMCID: PMC11413968, DOI: 10.1097/olq.0000000000001894.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchConceptsPartner therapyProvider counselingMulticomponent initiativesQuasi-experimental interrupted time-series studyExpedited Partner TherapyInterrupted time series studyRecords of patientsFrequent reinfectionsInterrupted time series modelObstetric indicationsGynecology clinicTherapy prescriptionPatients' perceptionsPatient acceptanceChlamydia trachomatisPatient encountersNeisseria gonorrhoeaeTherapyRegistered NursesTime-series studyPublic insurancePatientsAcademic obstetricsCounselingSignificant increaseDisparities in adherence to retesting guidelines in women with Trichomonas vaginalis infection
Getaneh F, Oliveira C, Pathy S, Sheth S. Disparities in adherence to retesting guidelines in women with Trichomonas vaginalis infection. American Journal Of Obstetrics And Gynecology 2023, 229: 284.e1-284.e10. PMID: 37393012, PMCID: PMC10530237, DOI: 10.1016/j.ajog.2023.06.045.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchConceptsHospital-based obstetricsNon-Hispanic black womenTrichomonas vaginalis infectionPregnant subgroupsClinic populationSubgroup analysisVaginalis infectionNon-Hispanic white womenGuideline-concordant testingRetrospective cohort studyTrichomonas vaginalisMultivariable logistic regressionSingle marital statusHigh prevalence ratesNon-Hispanic blacksCharacteristics of womenBlack womenHigh rateCohort studyGynecology clinicTobacco smokingGuideline recommendationsEntire cohortAssociated FactorsPrevalence rates2. Repair of a Microperforate Hymen
Roth L, Smith A, Stark E, Vash-Margita A. 2. Repair of a Microperforate Hymen. Journal Of Pediatric And Adolescent Gynecology 2023, 36: 231. DOI: 10.1016/j.jpag.2023.01.057.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchVaginal intercourseMicroperforate hymenO'clock positionCyclic abdominal painAdolescent gynecology clinicExternal urethral meatusArea of resectionAge 12 yearsAge 14 yearsQ-tipPenetrative vaginal intercourseSimple interrupted suturesNormal clitorisAbdominal painSurgical resectionGynecology clinicPelvic ultrasoundSpeculum examFoley catheterSurgical historyUnknown incidencePhysical examNormal ovariesSurgical techniqueTampon insertion
2022
The SWIFT Model for Lichen Sclerosus Among Premenarchal Girls
Wang M, Wininger M, Vash-Margita A. The SWIFT Model for Lichen Sclerosus Among Premenarchal Girls. Journal Of Lower Genital Tract Disease 2022, 26: 46-52. PMID: 34928252, DOI: 10.1097/lgt.0000000000000634.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchConceptsPremenarchal girlsLichen sclerosusLog oddsPilot studyAccurate risk stratificationRetrospective chart reviewAdolescent gynecology clinicUseful prognostic toolMajor academic centersPremenarchal patientsChart reviewUrinary incontinenceGynecology clinicRisk stratificationUnique patientsPatient populationSingle institutionVulvovaginal complaintsTimely diagnosisPrognostic toolAcademic centersClitoral hoodClinical diagnosisPatientsDiagnosis
2021
Supporting Patient-centered Communication on Adolescent Sexual and Reproductive Health—Perspectives to Build an Appointment Planning Tool
Brault MA, Curry LA, Kershaw T, Singh K, Vash-Margita A, Camenga D. Supporting Patient-centered Communication on Adolescent Sexual and Reproductive Health—Perspectives to Build an Appointment Planning Tool. Journal Of Pediatric And Adolescent Gynecology 2021, 34: 725-731. PMID: 33989800, PMCID: PMC10712738, DOI: 10.1016/j.jpag.2021.04.009.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchConceptsSRH communicationAdolescent primary care clinicPatient/provider communicationAdolescent gynecology clinicPrimary care clinicsAdolescent girlsReproductive health perspectiveMobile health toolsPatient-centered carePatient-centered communicationFacilitators/barriersClinic visitsGynecology clinicCare clinicsSRH careProvider communicationClinic settingHolistic careContraceptive choicesHealthcare providersHealth toolsReproductive careCareAdolescent SexualHealth perspective3. SWIFT Accurately Predicts Lichen Sclerosus among Premenarchal Girls
Wang M, Wininger M, Vash-Margita A. 3. SWIFT Accurately Predicts Lichen Sclerosus among Premenarchal Girls. Journal Of Pediatric And Adolescent Gynecology 2021, 34: 240-241. DOI: 10.1016/j.jpag.2021.02.007.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchLichen sclerosusPremenarchal girlsUrinary incontinenceVulvar complaintsPhysical examRetrospective chart reviewRisk stratification toolAdolescent gynecology clinicInstitutional review boardPremenarchal patientsChart reviewGynecology clinicClinical presentationTertiary hospitalVulvar irritationUnique patientsBackground prevalenceLS diagnosisVulvar biopsyPatient visitsInclusion criteriaEffective treatmentAverage ageDichotomous outcomesPatients
2020
Evaluation of an Inpatient Postpartum Human Papillomavirus Immunization Program.
Avni-Singer L, Oliveira CR, Torres A, Shapiro ED, Niccolai LM, Sheth SS. Evaluation of an Inpatient Postpartum Human Papillomavirus Immunization Program. Obstetrics And Gynecology 2020, 136: 1006-1015. PMID: 33030866, PMCID: PMC7584732, DOI: 10.1097/aog.0000000000004097.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchConceptsHPV immunization programImmunization programsHPV vaccinePostpartum womenHuman papillomavirus immunization programmesLow-income patient populationCharacteristics of patientsRates of immunizationHospital-based obstetricsProportion of womenChi-squared testEligible visitsOutpatient doseOutpatient dosesHospital stayVaccine seriesCohort studyHospital dischargeGynecology clinicVaccine uptakePatient populationAdditional dosesSubsequent doseLogistic regressionDose
2017
Missed opportunities for HPV immunization among young adult women
Oliveira CR, Rock RM, Shapiro ED, Xu X, Lundsberg L, Zhang LB, Gariepy A, Illuzzi JL, Sheth SS. Missed opportunities for HPV immunization among young adult women. American Journal Of Obstetrics And Gynecology 2017, 218: 326.e1-326.e7. PMID: 29223597, PMCID: PMC5924702, DOI: 10.1016/j.ajog.2017.11.602.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchConceptsHuman papillomavirus immunizationYoung adult womenGynecology clinicAdult womenMissed clinical opportunitiesVaccine-eligible visitsVaccine-eligible womenHuman papillomavirus vaccineMultivariable logistic regressionCross-sectional studyHospital-based obstetricsYears of ageYoung adult populationSignificant racial disparitiesUrban obstetricsPostpartum visitClinic visitsEligible womenPapillomavirus vaccinePatient characteristicsHPV immunizationHuman papillomavirusAdjusted oddsMedical recordsDifferent vaccinesWho Is at Risk for Intimate Partner Violence Victimization: Using Latent Class Analysis to Explore Interpersonal Polyvictimization and Polyperpetration Among Pregnant Young Couples
Willie TC, Powell A, Lewis J, Callands T, Kershaw T. Who Is at Risk for Intimate Partner Violence Victimization: Using Latent Class Analysis to Explore Interpersonal Polyvictimization and Polyperpetration Among Pregnant Young Couples. Violence And Victims 2017, 32: 545-564. PMID: 28516847, PMCID: PMC5550321, DOI: 10.1891/0886-6708.vv-d-16-00015.Peer-Reviewed Original Research
2014
Postpartum Intimate Partner Violence and Health Risks Among Young Mothers in the United States: A Prospective Study
Agrawal A, Ickovics J, Lewis JB, Magriples U, Kershaw TS. Postpartum Intimate Partner Violence and Health Risks Among Young Mothers in the United States: A Prospective Study. Maternal And Child Health Journal 2014, 18: 1985-1992. PMID: 24562504, PMCID: PMC4142118, DOI: 10.1007/s10995-014-1444-9.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchMeSH KeywordsAdolescentAdultAnalysis of VarianceBlack or African AmericanCondomsConnecticutDepressionFemaleGeorgiaHumansInterpersonal RelationsInterviews as TopicMaternal-Child Health CentersMothersParent-Child RelationsPostpartum PeriodPregnancyPregnancy in AdolescenceProspective StudiesRisk FactorsSexual PartnersSpouse AbuseStress, PsychologicalUnited StatesYoung AdultConceptsMonths postpartumYoung mothersIntimate partner violenceCondom useHealth risksCondom negotiationInfant sleeping problemsGynecology clinicProspective studyPostpartum periodPartner violenceIPV screeningPostpartumPrevention programsSleeping problemsYoung womenTime pointsMeasures analysisMothersParental stressDepressionRiskMonths
2007
Using Clinical Classification Trees to Identify Individuals at Risk of STDs During Pregnancy
Kershaw TS, Lewis J, Westdahl C, Wang YF, Rising SS, Massey Z, Ickovics J. Using Clinical Classification Trees to Identify Individuals at Risk of STDs During Pregnancy. Perspectives On Sexual And Reproductive Health 2007, 39: 141-148. PMID: 17845525, PMCID: PMC2276881, DOI: 10.1363/3914107.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchConceptsRisk of STDsSTD incidenceHigher STD incidenceRisk factorsPrenatal care settingsHistory of STDSubgroup of womenPercent of womenLogistic regression analysisLogistic regression modelsClassification tree analysisUrban obstetricsWeeks' gestationGynecology clinicThird trimesterIncident STDRisk predictorsBaseline predictorsRisk screeningLower incidenceCare settingsSTD treatmentClinical settingIncidencePregnancyPanic disorder, trait anxiety, and alcohol use in pregnant and nonpregnant women
Meshberg-Cohen S, Svikis D. Panic disorder, trait anxiety, and alcohol use in pregnant and nonpregnant women. Comprehensive Psychiatry 2007, 48: 504-510. PMID: 17954134, DOI: 10.1016/j.comppsych.2007.06.004.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchConceptsNonpregnant womenPanic disorderAlcohol useGynecology clinicPregnant womenPotential risk factorsHealth-related behaviorsTreatment of panicHigh trait anxietyUrban obstetricsRisk factorsPregnancy statusPsychologic functioningObstetricsTrait anxietyCurrent study findingsWomenDisordersMore alcoholDemographic informationGreater alcohol useSignificant predictorsAnxiety levelsClinicTrait anxiety levelsHealth beliefs among African American women regarding genetic testing and counseling for sickle cell disease
Gustafson S, Gettig E, Watt-Morse M, Krishnamurti L. Health beliefs among African American women regarding genetic testing and counseling for sickle cell disease. Genetics In Medicine 2007, 9: 303-310. PMID: 17505208, DOI: 10.1097/gim.0b013e3180534282.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchConceptsSickle cell diseaseAfrican American womenCell diseaseGenetic testingHealth beliefsAmerican womenLikelihood of benefitHealth Belief ModelGynecology clinicHigh prevalenceDisease preventionDiseaseAnonymous questionnaireBelief ModelSeverityLikert scale responsesGenetic counselingWomenCounselingCounseling strategiesCumulative meanRiskLow acceptanceChildrenLikert scale
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