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Dr. Chapa’s OBGYN Clinical Pearls

Dr. Chapa’s Clinical Pearls

Relevant, evidence based, and practical information for medical students, residents, and practicing healthcare providers regarding all things women’s healthcare! This podcast is intended to be clinically relevant, engaging, and FUN, because medical education should NOT be boring! Welcome...to Clinical Pearls.

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00:24:14

Max Misoprostol Total Dose For Ripening?

Dr. Chapa’s OBGYN Clinical Pearls ·

2023/04/24

The earliest studies of misoprostol’s use in cervical ripening and labor induction were done by South American investigators, who reported their experience using intravaginal misoprostol. This was published in the Lancet in 1992. Despite its widespread incorporation into obstetrical practice, there’s still some lack of uniformity in its administration. Is there a cumulative maximum dose allowed for cervical ripening? What about time… is there a maximal amount of time in which misoprostol can be

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00:30:28

IUPC Pros &Cons vs EUM

Dr. Chapa’s OBGYN Clinical Pearls ·

2023/04/23

The concept of measuring intrauterine contractions strength was first proposed in 1949, and eventually published in 1952. The use of an IUPC is well ingrained in modern obstetrical/intrapartum practice. Even though it is so commonly performed, we tend to forget some potential limitations and possible risks of this procedure. In this episode, we will review the history and purpose of the IUPC and remind ourselves of some real (though rare) limitations and risks. We will also touch on an evolving, new

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00:28:58

Can “Shrooms” Cure HPV?

Dr. Chapa’s OBGYN Clinical Pearls ·

2023/04/20

Once considered on the fringe of main-stream medicine, “alternative therapies” are becoming more accepted into clinical practice. Such is the case of psilocybin (a mushroom extract) for certain mood disorders. 🍄 And now, another mushroom extract (AHCC) has gained attention in gynecology. Could this extract help eliminate the most common viral STI? Is this evidence-based? The research may surprise you. Let’s review the data on ‘shrooms and HPV. Thank you Leah for the episode suggestion! Keep up the

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00:33:34

You Asked, We Answered. 🤔👏🤔

Dr. Chapa’s OBGYN Clinical Pearls ·

2023/04/18

We ❤️ our podcast community! Over the last 3 recent episodes, we have received similar “themed“ listener questions. So in this episode, we are going to respond to some recent inquiries regarding three recent episodes: 1. combination birth control and estrogen levels (and Perimenopausal use), 2. vaginal progesterone for patients without a history of preterm birth, and 3. the use of vaginal dilators for vaginismus. This is how we all grow together! Now… Let’s get to your questions. 😊😊😊🤔🤔🤔

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00:31:38

Jade Egg, & Vaginal Weight Lifting 🤔

Dr. Chapa’s OBGYN Clinical Pearls ·

2023/04/16

I recently had a patient (young reproductive age, without prolapse or urinary incontinence) ask me about using the “Jade Egg” vaginally for better sex. Women’s sexual intimacy is a big dollar commercial industry. What’s the history behind this Jade Egg and/or other vaginal insertion weights? Is there a benefit to using these inside the vagina for pelvic floor training and enhanced sexual intimacy? Are these any better than regular Kegel exercises? In this episode, we’ll do a deep-dive into the data

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00:24:21

Does Mec Staining Correlate to Duration of Exposure?

Dr. Chapa’s OBGYN Clinical Pearls ·

2023/04/14

Presence of meconium stained membranes/placental tissue has been used in medico-legal cases by both plaintiffs and the defense alike. Using the presence of meconium stained tissue has been used as a tool to “timeline” fetal hypoxia. Is this evidence-based? In the session, we will review the historical data (1985) that fueled this concept, and give the latest scientific and medical expert opinion regarding the possibility of this theory (highlighting a new Expert Review in the AJOG, April 2023)

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00:10:26

Cerclage, Vag Prog, & PTB: SMFM April 13 Statement.

Dr. Chapa’s OBGYN Clinical Pearls ·

2023/04/13

Oh, the ever evolving drama of “progesterone in high risk obstetrics”. Today, April 13, 2023, the SMFM released its Special Statement response to the recent change in the progesterone PTB prevention landscape. Where does cerclage fit in? In this episode we will summarize the current recommendation for cerclage for preterm birth prevention and how it fits in to the vaginal progesterone story. Is cervical ultrasound surveillance after vaginal progesterone initiation warranted? We will make it clear in

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00:24:37

PostPartum IUDs: Best Time to Place?

Dr. Chapa’s OBGYN Clinical Pearls ·

2023/04/12

We have come a long way in our understanding regarding the safety of intrauterine contraception. Once withheld from adolescents and immediately postpartum patients, the safety in both populations is now well established. Postpartum IUD/IUS placement is a balance between risk of expulsion and patient loss to follow up. In this episode, we will summarize a new RCT from JAMA discussing this very subject. Is it better to place immediately Postpartum, at 2 weeks after delivery, or as an interval

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00:25:53

Low-dose ComboBC VTE Risk (PLUS HRT E2 Serum Levels)

Dr. Chapa’s OBGYN Clinical Pearls ·

2023/04/10

This episode is in reply to one of our fantastic podcast family members who had some wonderful clinical questions regarding dosage of combination BC after listening to our past episode. In our immediate past episode, we discussed hypoestrogenemic symptoms on ultra low-dose pills in certain patients (young, thin). Is a 20 µg BC pill less thrombotic than a 30 or 35 µg pill? What does the data say? In this episode will answer this question and also dive deeper into serum estradiol levels not only with

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00:20:13

ComboBC & Serum E2 Levels

Dr. Chapa’s OBGYN Clinical Pearls ·

2023/04/08

In 1972, a publication in which a radioimmunoassay measured serum estradiol levels in participants taking oral combination birth control concluded that levels of serum estrogen were “sufficient to prevent symptoms of estrogen deficiency”. Knowing NOW what we do, and looking back to that article, those authors’ conclusions were completely incorrect! Is it possible for a patient to experience hypoestrogenic symptoms despite taking an estrogen containing birth-control? What are normal, endogenous

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00:10:11

New Practice Advisory on Dense Breasts at MMG (ACOG...

Dr. Chapa’s OBGYN Clinical Pearls ·

2023/04/07

Here’s proof that our catchphrase, “Medicine Moves Fast“ is 100% true! On October 30, 2022, and again on November 1, 2022, we released episodes on “Dense Breasts on MMG? What to do?”. Those episodes were in response to Katie Couric’s public outcry for the need for additional screening at time of mammogram in the setting of dense breasts. On March 9, 2023, the FDA issued a new ruling/guidance on patient notification of breast density at screening mammogram. And now, in April 2023, the ACOG has

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00:08:12

Makena is GONE.

Dr. Chapa’s OBGYN Clinical Pearls ·

2023/04/07

A quick update and commentary on the recent (April 6, 2023) FDA decision to withdraw approval of Makena for preterm birth prophylaxis.

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00:28:24

“Momnesia”: Your Brain on Pregnancy 🧠😳🧠

Dr. Chapa’s OBGYN Clinical Pearls ·

2023/04/06

Pregnancy causes some well-known and well documented physical changes to the body. While hyperpigmentation, breast enlargement, and increase in vaginal discharge are non-disputed physical changes during pregnancy, other effects on mental capacity (memory and cognition) are more controversial. Does “mommy brain” really exist? Or is it a fulfilled psycho-social expectation? Does pregnancy actually change the brain? In this episode, we’ll present the data and provide some practical tips at the end of

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00:24:12

The STI “Testing Window”

Dr. Chapa’s OBGYN Clinical Pearls ·

2023/04/04

For a patient who presents after an episode of unprotected sexual intercourse, seeking testing for STIs, it’s important to know when to perform the test. The time between infection and a positive test is called the testing window. This testing window can be different for different pathogens. In this episode, we will review the importance of knowing this testing window, and we will also review the differences between pathogen inoculation, incubation/latency, and their overlap with the testing window

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00:27:56

VWD in Pregnancy

Dr. Chapa’s OBGYN Clinical Pearls ·

2023/04/02

Von Willebrand Disease (VWD) is the most common inherited bleeding disorder among American women, and it may present with a history of mucocutaneous bleeding patterns. Ideally, women should be screened/identified with this condition prior to pregnancy- but that is not always the case. How does VWD affect delivery? Is this a cause of immediate PPH? In this episode we will review the clinical manifestations of VWD in pregnancy. We will: 1. review appropriate labs tests for this evaluation, 2

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00:19:44

Urine STI Screening: New Data

Dr. Chapa’s OBGYN Clinical Pearls ·

2023/03/31

For women’s healthcare, there are 3 ways to screen for genital GC, chlamydia, and trichomoniasis: 1. vaginal swab, 2. endocervical swab, or 3. first-catch urine. The CDC states that, “For female screening, specimens obtained with a vaginal swab are the preferred specimen type. Vaginal swab specimens are as sensitive as cervical swab specimens.” Why does it not favor urine screening? Although acceptable at a POPULATION level, there are several caveats to urine screening for STIs at an INDIVIDUAL

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00:36:22

The 4 PCOS Phenotypes

Dr. Chapa’s OBGYN Clinical Pearls ·

2023/03/29

We have come a long way in our understanding of the “Stein and Leventhal Syndrome”. First described in 1935, our understanding of the pathogenesis and future health morbidities of PCOS has grown exponentially. We now know that AMH levels may help in the certain PCOS diagnoses. At the center of this clinical condition lies insulin resistance (IR). One of the manifestations of IR is Acanthosis nigricans (AN). (But AN can also be a marker of a much more deadly condition.) It is important to remember

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00:28:56

The Vegan OB Patient

Dr. Chapa’s OBGYN Clinical Pearls ·

2023/03/26

The rate of vegetarianism in the United States is dramatically on the rise. While in 2014, a national survey found that only 1% of the US population considered themselves vegetarian, current estimates put that number up to 6%. But not all vegetarians are the same. Is being a strict vegetarian (a.k.a., vegan) associated with any adverse perinatal outcomes? Does being vegan increase your risk of preterm birth? In this episode, we will cover the latest data on how diet can affect perinatal outcomes,

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00:30:08

AC < 10% with Normal EFW: Risks?

Dr. Chapa’s OBGYN Clinical Pearls ·

2023/03/26

Traditionally, fetal growth restriction (FGR) was diagnosed when the Hadlock EFW was < 10th percentile. However, in 2020, SMFM updated its publish guidelines endorsing the use of an isolated abdominal circumference (AC) under the 10th percentile as an additional diagnostic criterion. Is the isolated small AC linked to adverse perinatal outcomes? And what are the delivery recommendations for an isolated small AC? It’s a complicated issue with complicated data. In this episode we will provide the “He

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00:17:30

Birthing Ball: Toy or Labor Tool?

Dr. Chapa’s OBGYN Clinical Pearls ·

2023/03/24

Our current discipline of obstetrics owes a lot to the practice of Midwifery. In a previous episode, we covered “lessons learned from Midwifery” and that is available on our podcast archive. In this episode, we will discuss the data regarding a practice originally propagated by Midwifery: the Birthing Ball. What is the origin of this, and how did it make its way into obstetrical practice? Is there data for it’s use? Does it really help reduce labor pain? In this episode we will summarize the data of

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