MedBlog

FDA ban on transvaginal mesh: What does it mean for women facing pelvic organ prolapse?

Maude Carmel, M.D.

October 17, 2022

New breast reconstruction approach delivers efficiency, natural results for cancer patients

UT Southwestern offers authentic breast reconstruction with DIEP flap surgery. Our techniques have delivered an improved and streamlined patient experience.

Nicholas Haddock, M.D. / Sumeet S. Teotia, M.D.

October 21, 2020

Tips to prevent involuntary urine leakage (incontinence) during and after pregnancy

Urinary incontinence is common during and after pregnancy. In this week's Your Pregnancy Matters blog, get tips to prevent or reduce leaking issues.

Marlene Corton, M.D.

May 19, 2020

Urinary incontinence is not ‘normal’ – but it is treatable

Many women experience urinary incontinence after childbirth or because of aging. The topic can be difficult for women to talk about, but the condition, while not normal, is very treatable.

Maria Florian-Rodriguez, M.D.

July 11, 2019

Application of a simple cream might reduce recurrence of pelvic floor dysfunction symptoms

Traditional repairs correcting pelvic organ prolapse have too often weakened over time and required revisional surgery. Based on promising initial data from a pilot study, we are studying whether the simple addition of vaginal estrogen might reduce the need for additional procedures in postmenopausal women.

David Rahn, M.D.

April 11, 2019

Müllerian anomalies: How to spot and treat an irregularly shaped or missing uterus or cervix

The uterus is normally the size of a pear and the inner cavity is triangle-shaped. However, women with müllerian anomalies can have a uterus and cervix that are abnormally shaped or missing completely. Discover what problems these anomalies can create and what treatments are available.

March 27, 2019