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Sources & References
This page documents the primary databases, journals, and organizations consulted while developing GynecologyGuru content. Readers can use the linked sources to explore topics in more depth.
How We Use Sources
Primary Research
PubMed-indexed studies, systematic reviews, and meta-analyses can provide useful context for health topics. The source list links to primary reference databases for readers who want to explore further.
Clinical Guidelines
ACOG, CDC, and WHO guidance are included in the reference directory for readers seeking current clinical information from those organizations.
Regular Updates
Publication dates and article update information are displayed where available. Health guidance can change, so readers should consult current information from qualified healthcare providers and the listed organizations.
Primary Reference Databases
American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG)
The leading professional organization for OB/GYNs in the United States. We reference ACOG Practice Bulletins, Committee Opinions, and Patient FAQs as our primary clinical guideline source.
https://www.acog.org ↗
National Institutes of Health — MedlinePlus
The U.S. government's premier source for health information. We use MedlinePlus for drug information, condition overviews, and patient education materials.
https://medlineplus.gov ↗
PubMed / NCBI
The National Library of Medicine's database of over 35 million peer-reviewed biomedical literature citations. All factual claims in our articles are traceable to PubMed-indexed research.
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov ↗
Mayo Clinic — Women's Health
Mayo Clinic's evidence-based patient health library, written and reviewed by physicians. We use it to cross-validate condition descriptions and treatment overviews.
https://www.mayoclinic.org/departments-centers/womens-health ↗
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
The CDC's Reproductive Health division provides epidemiological data, STI guidelines, and public health statistics referenced in our health issues articles.
https://www.cdc.gov/reproductivehealth ↗
World Health Organization (WHO)
WHO's global sexual and reproductive health guidelines and statistics, used for international context and contraception guidance.
https://www.who.int/health-topics/sexual-and-reproductive-health-and-rights ↗
Cleveland Clinic Health Library
Cleveland Clinic's physician-reviewed patient education library. Used as a secondary clinical reference for symptom descriptions and treatment overviews.
https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health ↗
Endocrine Society
The leading professional body for endocrinology. We reference Endocrine Society clinical practice guidelines for articles on hormonal health, PCOS, menopause, and thyroid conditions.
https://www.endocrine.org ↗
Society for Maternal-Fetal Medicine (SMFM)
SMFM provides specialist-level guidance on high-risk pregnancy and fetal medicine, referenced in our pregnancy and prenatal care articles.
https://www.smfm.org ↗
The Lancet — Women's Health
A leading peer-reviewed medical journal with a dedicated women's health section. Referenced for cutting-edge research on reproductive and gynecological conditions.
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/?term=The+Lancet+Women%27s+Health ↗
Citation Policy
GynecologyGuru does not publish original research. All content is educational and synthesized from the authoritative sources listed above. Specific studies cited within individual articles are linked directly in the article's "Sources & References" accordion at the bottom of each page. If you believe a citation is incorrect or outdated, please contact our editorial team.