Challenges in Interpreting Obstetrics and Gynecology Literature

The field of obstetrics and gynecology is constantly replenished with the newest research findings. In an era of rapidly available study publications, there are a number of challenges to interpreting the obstetrics and gynecology literature. Common pitfalls include the over reliance on the dichotomized P-value, lack of transparency, bias in study reporting, limitations of resources, absence of standardized practices and outcomes in study design, and the rare concerns for data integrity. We review these predominant challenges and their potential solutions, in interpreting the obstetrics and gynecology literature.