Current Issue February 2012, Vol. 25, No. 1

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Issues in Gynecologic Care for Adolescent Girls in the Juvenile Justice System
February 2012(Vol. 25 | No. 1 | Pages 2-5)
Ruba Rizk, Elizabeth Alderman
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Adolescent Depressive Symptoms and Subsequent Pregnancy, Pregnancy Completion and Pregnancy Termination in Young Adulthood: Findings from the Victorian Adolescent Health Cohort Study
February 2012(Vol. 25 | No. 1 | Pages 6-11)
Wendy Nilsen, Craig A. Olsson, Evalill Karevold, Christina O’Loughlin, Maria McKenzie, George C. Patton

The Incidence, Attitudes and Practices of the Removal of Pubic Hair as a Body Modification
February 2012(Vol. 25 | No. 1 | Pages 12-14)
Jennifer L. Bercaw-Pratt, Xiomara M. Santos, Judith Sanchez, Leslie Ayensu-Coker, Denise R. Nebgen, Jennifer E. Dietrich

Recurrent Vaginal Discharge in Children
24 January 2012
Sharon McGreal, Paul Wood
Abstract: Background: Childhood vaginal discharge remains a frequent reason for referral from primary to secondary care. The Paediatric and Adolescent Gynaecology (PAG) service at Kettering General Ho...
A Case of Vaginoplasty without Grafting
20 January 2012
K.J. Pulman, S. Kives, M.A. Jamieson
Abstract: Background: Many techniques have been used to create a neovagina in patients with vaginal agenesis, and several surgical procedures involve the use of a graft. Grafting techniques are associ...
Effect of Antiandrogen Treatment on Bone Density and Bone Geometry in Adolescents with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
20 January 2012
Susanne Bechtold, Robert Dalla Pozza, Stephanie Putzker, Julia Roeb, Matthias Buckel, Claudia Weissenbacher, Heinrich Schmidt
Abstract: Study Objectives: To determine the impact of antiandrogen treatment on bone density and geometry. Design: Prospective cohort investigation. Setting: Academic research institute. Participants...
Human Papillomavirus Vaccine Policies Among American Indian Tribes in Washington State
20 January 2012
Jessie Duvall, Dedra Buchwald
Abstract: Study Objective: American Indians experience high rates of cervical cancer, which is preventable by vaccination against human papillomavirus (HPV). We sought information on funding, barriers...
The Connection between Young Women’s Body Esteem and Sexual Assertiveness
20 January 2012
Beth A. Auslander, Jaqwiana Baker, Mary B. Short
Abstract: Study Objective: Healthy sexuality includes having positive feelings about one’s body and developing positive romantic relationships. Previous research predicts that women dissatisfied with ...

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