Gynaecology
In this section you will find all the information regarding the care of the female reproductive system, the pathologies of the female organs and the prevention of gynaecological diseases.
What is cervicitis? Causes, symptoms, diagnosis and treatment
Cervicitis is inflammation of the cervix. It can be due to two causes: either due to infectious origin -the most common reason- or non-infectious Cervicitis origin The most common infectious cause of cervicitis is Chlamydia […]
Studies of the cortex and ovarian tissue. Progress in fertility
Although the technique is relatively new (it has evolved significantly over the last 20 years), preservation of the ovarian cortex and posterior transplant in order to recuperate fertility and ovarian function in cancer patients is […]
Dysmenorrhea “period pain”: Symptoms, diagnosis and treatment
Dysmenorrhea is a problem that can significantly affect women’s quality of life. It affects about 60% of women in childbearing age, to a greater or lesser degree, and is one of the most frequent reasons […]
Female genital cosmetic surgery. Is it a matter of aesthetics or of health?
An increasing number of women wish to feel at ease with their bodies and turn to intimate or female genital surgery in order to feel more confident during sexual intercourse and get greater pleasure out […]
Use of platelet-rich growth factor (PRP) in implantation failure and thin endometriums
Despite advances in the treatment of reproductive disorders, the embryo implantation is still far from being fully understood and, therefore, an effective treatment is not always at reach. At Instituto Bernabeu we are fully aware […]
Ovarian drilling is treatment that is given to patients with polycystic ovary syndrome in order to encourage spontaneous ovulation. Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a common disorder and the women who have it can have a […]
Ultrasound scan evaluation for the tubes permeability: Hysterosonography
To evaluate a couple with conception problems, we need to check if there could be some type of obstruction in the fallopian tubes, which are the ducts that connect the uterus with the ovaries, thereby […]
Ablation or genital mutilation includes a series of practices consisting of the total or partial removal of the female external genitals, particularly the clitoris, with the purpose of eliminate all sexual pleasure in women for […]
What is the corpus luteum?
Menstruation is part of a woman’s life and, as such, we have to deal with it whilst carrying on with the rest of our daily activities. However, in many cases this becomes a major limitation […]