Introduction: Uterine leiomyosarcoma is a rare, aggressive malignant mesenchymal tumour with a tendency for haematogenous dissemination. Cutaneous metastases are uncommon and may occur in the setting of advanced systemic disease. Case Description: A 43-year-old Para 3 presented w...
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Research Article10.9734/arjgo/2026/v9i1367
Introduction: Pregnant women face an elevated risk of severe influenza, yet global vaccination uptake remains suboptimal because of limited awareness. As maternal influenza vaccination is not routinely offered in Malaysia, effective educational strategies are crucial for addressi...
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Research Article10.9734/arjgo/2026/v9i1366
Introduction: Hepatitis B infection (HBV) is a major global public health concern. An estimated 400 million people are chronic carriers and about a million deaths are recorded from Hepatitis B related complications. Like other medical conditions and infection, HBV can be found am...
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Research Article10.9734/arjgo/2026/v9i1365
Endometrial carcinoma with yolk sac differentiation is a rare malignancy for which definitive treatment and surveillance guidance remains limited. This case report describes a previously healthy 33-year-old para 1 woman who presented with a two-month history of heavy menstrual bl...
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Research Article10.9734/arjgo/2026/v9i1364
Background: The placenta plays a vital role in sustaining fetal growth and development by facilitating nutrient and gas exchange between the mother and fetus. Objective: The study aims to determine the relationships of placental weight with maternal factors and neonatal birth wei...
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Research Article10.9734/arjgo/2026/v9i1363
Background: Caesarean scar ectopic pregnancy (CSEP) is a rare, life-threatening form of ectopic gestation in which implantation occurs within the myometrium of a previous hysterotomy scar. Because of its atypical hypervascular projections, it may mimic other serious uterine patho...
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Research Article10.9734/arjgo/2026/v9i1361
Background: Mature cystic teratoma (MCT) is the most common ovarian germ cell tumour. Malignant transformation is an uncommon complication, occurring in approximately 1–2% of cases, with squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) accounting for more than 80% of malignant transformations. Earl...
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Research Article10.9734/arjgo/2026/v9i1362
Background: Endometrial cancer is the most common gynaecological malignancy in developed countries and its incidence is increasing in Malaysia. Despite favourable outcomes, disease recurrence remains a significant cause of morbidity and mortality. Local data on recurrence pattern...
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Research Article10.9734/arjgo/2026/v9i1360
Background: Cervical cancer remains a major public health challenge, particularly in Ghana, where screening uptake remains low despite the availability of effective preventive interventions. Understanding the individual, institutional, and community factors associated with cervic...
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Research Article10.9734/arjgo/2026/v9i1359
Aim: To alert medical practitioners that female genital mutilation (FGM) is still practised, to strengthen awareness of its harmful consequences, and to encourage enforcement of existing laws as a deterrent. Presentation of Case: This case concerns a 2-year-old girl who presented...
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Research Article10.9734/arjgo/2026/v9i1357
Background: Recurrent haematometra is an uncommon clinical presentation that may complicate the diagnosis of female genital tuberculosis. This report describes a young woman with persistent heavy menstrual bleeding, recurrent intrauterine blood accumulation, and an initial radiol...
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Research Article10.9734/arjgo/2026/v9i1358
Background: Cesarean section is an essential obstetric intervention when medically indicated; however, repeat cesarean delivery may increase operative difficulty and maternal morbidity. Aims: This study compared intra-operative and post-operative maternal morbidity between primar...
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Research Article10.9734/arjgo/2026/v9i1356
Chinoya Andrea Nwaokike, Divine Favour Chidumebi Chinedu, Fahidah Damilola Adediran, Achiri Njie Fon-Achu, Anushka Holkar, Chijioke Chizoba Egwu, Mithra Sindhu Madhu, Vera Chinenye Mmaduabuchi, Oluwatosin Opeyemi Adesina, Davidson Chikamguzoro Davidson, Nnabuike Kevin Odo, Chisom Priscilla Eze, Rimzim Sanjay Bajoria & Nidhi Parag Pardeshi·Asian Research Journal of Gynaecology and Obstetrics·2026
Background: Maternal health-seeking behaviour is important for promoting safe pregnancy, timely detection of complications and improved maternal and neonatal outcomes. This study assessed maternal health-seeking behaviours among pregnant women attending antenatal clinics in prima...
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Research Article10.9734/arjgo/2026/v9i1353
Ectopic pregnancy is a potentially life-threatening condition that may be difficult to recognise when classical symptoms are absent. Chronic ectopic pregnancy can resemble pelvic inflammatory disease because both conditions may present with lower abdominal pain, cervical motion t...
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Research Article10.9734/arjgo/2026/v9i1354
Malignancy during pregnancy is uncommon and can be difficult to recognise because disease-related symptoms may overlap with physiological changes of gestation. Cancer of unknown primary (CUP) presenting with disseminated skeletal involvement during pregnancy is particularly rare....
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Research Article10.9734/arjgo/2026/v9i1355