Clinical outcomes and costs with the levonorgestrel-releasing intrauterine system or hysterectomy for treatment of menorrhagia: randomized trial 5-year follow-up
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Menorrhagia is a state in which women report heavy menstrual bleeding. The treatment suggested for this health problem is either levonorgestrel-releasing intrauterine system (LNG-IUS) or hysterectomy but in the latter method there could be complications and also it involves higher costs.
Publication Name: JAMA, The Journal of the American Medical Association
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0098-7484
Year: 2004
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An 80-year-old woman with vaginal prolapse
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A brief discussion on the pathophysiology, epidemiology, and assessment of vaginal prolapse providing options for treatment is presented. Mrs. H is a married and sexually active 80-year--old woman who reported symptoms of tissue coming out of her vagina.
Publication Name: JAMA, The Journal of the American Medical Association
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0098-7484
Year: 2005
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A 64-year-old woman with primary hyperprathyroidism
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The evaluation of patients with hyperparathyroidism, end-organ effects, and treatment options is discussed. A case study of a 64-year-old woman with a history of hypercalcemia is presented.
Publication Name: JAMA, The Journal of the American Medical Association
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0098-7484
Year: 2005
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