Impact of vulvovaginal atrophy of menopause: prevalence and symptoms in Italian women according to the EVES study
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DOI: 10.1080/09513590.2018.1563883
Abstract: Abstract This cross-sectional study included postmenopausal women, aged 45–75 years, with the aim to assess the presence of vulvovaginal atrophy (VVA) confirmed by a clinical assessment in the Italian population attending menopausal/gynecological centers. Apart from baseline… read more here.
Keywords: sexual function; vva confirmed; vulvovaginal atrophy; italian women ... See more keywords
Fractional CO2 laser therapy: a new challenge for vulvovaginal atrophy in postmenopausal women
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DOI: 10.1080/13697137.2017.1319815
Abstract: Abstract Objective: To evaluate the effects of CO2 laser in the treatment of vulvovaginal atrophy (VVA) in postmenopausal women. Methods: VVA was assessed in 87 postmenopausal women (mean age 58.6 ± 6.9 years) before and after the… read more here.
Keywords: vulvovaginal atrophy; co2 laser; treatment; months months ... See more keywords
What should guide our patient management of vulvovaginal atrophy?
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DOI: 10.1080/13697137.2018.1527306
Abstract: Abstract Genitourinary syndrome of menopause including vulvovaginal atrophy is commonly experienced by postmenopausal women, reducing their quality of life. The aim of this review is to assess current treatment options within the framework of recent… read more here.
Keywords: vulvovaginal atrophy; treatment; patient management; management ... See more keywords
Vulvovaginal atrophy in women after cancer
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DOI: 10.1080/13697137.2019.1643180
Abstract: Abstract The number of women surviving longer after a cancer diagnosis is increasing. This means that more awareness regarding their health is required. This review will focus on vulvovaginal atrophy (VVA)/genitourinary syndrome of menopause, one… read more here.
Keywords: cancer; vulvovaginal atrophy; cancer diagnosis; vva ... See more keywords
Effectiveness of hyaluronate-based pessaries in the treatment of vulvovaginal atrophy in postmenopausal women
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DOI: 10.1080/13697137.2020.1754386
Abstract: Abstract Objectives: This study aimed to assess the efficacy and safety of hyaluronic acid-based vaginal pessaries (Hydeal-D) in the treatment of vulvovaginal atrophy (VVA). Study design: The study was a prospective, multicenter clinical investigation of… read more here.
Keywords: vulvovaginal atrophy; vva; treatment; treatment vulvovaginal ... See more keywords
Effects of ospemifene on overactive bladder in postmenopausal women with vulvovaginal atrophy
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DOI: 10.1080/13697137.2023.2184251
Abstract: Abstract Objective Overactive bladder (OAB) is a complex and multifactorial syndrome associated with urinary frequency, urgency and incontinence. The menopause-associated hormonal changes play a role in the development of this condition. Vaginal estrogens are effective… read more here.
Keywords: bladder; effects ospemifene; vulvovaginal atrophy; overactive bladder ... See more keywords
New developments in the management of vulvovaginal atrophy: a comprehensive overview
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DOI: 10.1080/14656566.2023.2194017
Abstract: ABSTRACT Introduction Proper recognition and individualized therapy of vulvovaginal atrophy (VVA) is paramount. Areas covered Assessment of VVA should be performed using several questionnaires in combination with wet mount microscopy to determine Vaginal Cell Maturation… read more here.
Keywords: management vulvovaginal; new developments; microscopy; vulvovaginal atrophy ... See more keywords
Clinician knowledge, attitudes, and barriers to management of vulvovaginal atrophy: variations in primary care and gynecology
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DOI: 10.1097/gme.0000000000001198
Abstract: Objective: Vulvovaginal atrophy is a common, but under-recognized condition affecting postmenopausal women. To guide development of an intervention to boost its detection and treatment, we surveyed primary care and gynecology clinicians practicing in an integrated… read more here.
Keywords: care; care gynecology; vulvovaginal atrophy; primary care ... See more keywords
The burden of vulvovaginal atrophy on women's daily living: implications on quality of life from a face-to-face real-life survey
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DOI: 10.1097/gme.0000000000001260
Abstract: Objective: This subanalysis of the European Vulvovaginal Epidemiology Survey study aimed to assess the correlation of vulvovaginal atrophy (VVA) symptoms and severity, when confirmed by objective gynecologic examination, with the quality of life of postmenopausal… read more here.
Keywords: quality life; vva; face; life ... See more keywords
Prevalence of depression and anxiety in women newly diagnosed with vulvovaginal atrophy and dyspareunia.
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DOI: 10.1097/gme.0000000000001450
Abstract: OBJECTIVE To quantify the association between vulvovaginal atrophy and depression, major depressive disorder, and anxiety. METHODS Women with vulvovaginal atrophy from the Truven Health MarketScan Commercial and Medicare Supplemental Databases (01/2010-09/2016) with ≥365 days of… read more here.
Keywords: atrophy; depression major; prevalence; anxiety ... See more keywords
The European Vulvovaginal Epidemiological Survey (EVES): impact on sexual function of vulvovaginal atrophy of menopause.
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DOI: 10.1097/gme.0000000000001496
Abstract: OBJECTIVE To estimate the impact of vulvovaginal atrophy (VVA) on sexual function in a clinical population of postmenopausal women. METHODS Women 45 to 75 years old and more than 12 months after the last menstruation,… read more here.
Keywords: vulvovaginal atrophy; vva; impact sexual; sexual function ... See more keywords