Managing Postoperative Pain from Cesarean Section
Cesarean section (C-section) is a common surgical procedure performed when a vaginal delivery poses risks to the mother or baby. While life-saving, it involves significant…
Postoperative Ileus
Postoperative ileus (POI) is a temporary impairment of gastrointestinal (GI) motility following surgical procedures, particularly abdominal surgeries. It is a common yet complex complication that…
Postoperative Acute Pain
Postoperative acute pain is a common, expected physiological response following surgical intervention. It typically arises within hours after surgery and lasts up to 7 days,…
Postmenopausal Urethral Atrophy
Postmenopausal urethral atrophy is a component of the broader genitourinary syndrome of menopause (GSM), characterized by estrogen deficiency-induced atrophic changes in the urethra, bladder, and…
Postmenopausal Osteoporosis
Postmenopausal osteoporosis is a systemic skeletal disorder characterized by reduced bone mass and microarchitectural deterioration of bone tissue. This condition leads to increased bone fragility…
Posterior Synechiae
Posterior synechiae are adhesions between the posterior surface of the iris and the anterior lens capsule. These adhesions typically develop as a consequence of intraocular…
Postcoital Contraception
Postcoital contraception, commonly referred to as emergency contraception, encompasses medical interventions used to prevent pregnancy after unprotected intercourse or contraceptive failure. These methods are most…
Postabortal Hemorrhage
Postabortal hemorrhage refers to excessive bleeding following a spontaneous or induced abortion. As one of the most serious complications of abortion, it demands immediate recognition…
Post-Operative Vaginal Cuff Peptostreptococcus Infection
Post-operative vaginal cuff infections represent a serious complication following gynecologic surgeries, particularly total hysterectomy. Among the microbial culprits, Peptostreptococcus—an anaerobic Gram-positive coccus—frequently colonizes the female…
Post-Operative Nausea and Vomiting (PONV)
Post-operative nausea and vomiting (PONV) is a frequent complication following anesthesia and surgery, affecting up to 30% of all surgical patients and up to 80%…