To determine the natural history of menstrual pain without pelvic pathology, the role of progesterone in its pathophysiology, and associated risk factors in a longitudinal study of early postmenarchal girls in North Carolina.

The co-occurrence of a unicornuate uterus with a non-communicating, functioning rudimentary horn (UUNCFRH) and VACTERL association represents an extremely rare condition, with only three similar cases reported in the literature.

Evaluate practice patterns in ovarian tissue cryopreservation (OTC) provision.

To explore reasons for menstrual suppression method choice among transgender and gender diverse (TGD) youth at time of method initiation.

Bisexual adolescents have higher rates of unintended pregnancy than their heterosexual peers and increased rates of high-risk sexual behaviors. They may be less likely to use effective contraception, though limited data is available. This study sought to compare contraceptive choice and sexual risk behaviors of both-sex attracted and opposite-sex attracted adolescents and young adults (AYA) presenting to a contraception clinic.

To evaluate the prevalence of germ cell tumors and the clinical monitoring practices for those who deferred prophylactic gonadectomy in a large North American cohort of individuals with Turner syndrome with Y-chromosome mosaicism (TS+Y).

To improve counseling and outcomes for the adolescent population (ages 10-24-years-old), with polycystic ovary syndrome we conducted a systematic review of randomized controlled trials with the primary objective to generate evidence-based recommendations for which lifestyle interventions with or without medications lead to the best outcomes.

The objective of this study is to understand whether clinicians who provide contraceptive counseling to adolescent patients perceive that the Dobbs decision has influenced their counseling.

Mullerian adenosarcoma of the cervix is a rare biphasic tumor composed of a benign epithelial component and a malignant stromal component. Here, we report a rare case of Mullerian adenosarcoma of the cervix in an adolescent girl treated with hysteroscopic resection.

Lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS) can have a pronounced impact on adolescent women's overall health and quality of life, both during adolescence and across the life course. Little research has examined adolescent women's knowledge, attitudes, and beliefs (KAB) about bladder health and preventing LUTS.

We aim to evaluate the long-term outcomes of ovarian preserving surgery for neonatal ovarian cysts.

To evaluate oophorectomy rates in pediatric and adolescent patients who presented to a US emergency department with adnexal torsion METHODS: This study was a retrospective, cross-sectional analysis utilizing the National Emergency Department Sample data from 2016 to 2018. It included patients younger than 20 years old and of the female sex. International Classification of Diseases Version 10 and ICD 10 Procedure Coding System codes were utilized to define patients with adnexal torsion who underwent adnexal surgery. Descriptive statistics and multivariate logistic regression were utilized to compare oophorectomy rates according to patient demographic characteristics.

To estimate the 1-year continuation rate of the levonorgestrel-releasing intrauterine device (LNG-IUD) in adolescents with endometriosis, and the frequency at which additional systemic hormonal treatment (HT) is utilized.

Isolated tubal torsion (ITT) is a surgical emergency that is less well characterized than ovarian torsion and presents with its own diagnostic challenges. We retrospectively examined patients with ITT and compared them to patients with ovarian torsion to better understand the unique features of this pathophysiologic process.

Patients with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) experience greater unmet medical service needs and decreased care satisfaction compared to those without these diagnoses. There are no evidence-based resources widely available to prepare children with IDD for menarche.

Today, it is globally recognized that sexual and reproductive health is a human rights issue critical to economic growth and stability, ending poverty, and fostering sustainable development. Calls for improving sexual and reproductive health, including a spotlight on adolescents and young women, are highlighted in the Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) adopted by the United Nations in 2015. In this commentary, we aim to (1) briefly review the history and objectives of global development goals, (2) review the adolescent health-related Sustainable Development Goal targets and indicators with a focus on sexual and reproductive health, (3) discuss global progress and challenges in achieving target measures, and (4) examine action steps that clinicians can take to accelerate progress.

In an increasing number of states, parents must provide permission for their daughters under 18-years-old to start contraception. We sought to understand perceptions among mother-daughter dyads about sources of information, and to describe dyadic interactions when discussing contraception.

Patients with anorectal malformations (ARMs) may have concurrent gynecologic abnormalities. As patients grow, they typically transition from pediatric subspeciality care and seek adult obstetrics and gynecology (OB/GYN)-related services. We aimed to assess adult OB/GYN physicians' knowledge, competency, and comfort regarding meeting the sexual and reproductive health care needs of patients with ARMs.

Evidence-based menstrual health education is not mandated in any US state or territory. Aspects of normal and abnormal menstruation impact quality of life and educational engagement, but many youths are not prepared to know when to seek medical help. We sought to determine which topics should be included in a third- through eighth-grade school-based menstrual health curriculum.