Research - Reproductive Medicine
UC Health Reproductive Medicine Research focuses specifically on research studies in women’s health. Throughout the past 20 years, we have conducted numerous research studies in the following areas:
- Contraceptive devices and methods
- Endometriosis
- Menstrual cramps
- Heavy menstrual bleeding
- Infertility
- Vaginal infections
- Female sexual dysfunction, libido
- Menopause (hot flashes, vaginal dryness)
Some of these studies have resulted in new treatment options for women that include: Fosamax (for prevention and treatment of osteoporosis), Novasure (an endometrial ablation system for treatment of heavy menstrual bleeding), low-dose Premarin, PremPro, Evista, Yasmin, Ortho Tri Cyclen, Ortho Tri Cyclen Lo, Mirena, a contraceptive vaginal ring, and other products.