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Pregnancy and Birth
"Complication in mother or child", commentary by Prof. Breymman (NZZ readers' letter)
Letter to the editor - Prof. Breymann of 27.10.25 on article "Child death in birth center in court", NZZ / Andreas Leisi, 22.10.25). As an obstetrician, I have been attending births for thirty years, both vaginal births and...
Mesenchymal stem cells for the treatment of cerebral palsy
Cerebral palsy is a lifelong disorder characterized by movement disorders and postural problems caused by non-progressive brain injuries. Although there is no cure, therapies using mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) offer hope for...
Desire to have children
"Complication in mother or child", commentary by Prof. Breymman (NZZ readers' letter)
Letter to the editor - Prof. Breymann of 27.10.25 in response to the article "Child's death in the birth center in court", NZZ / Andreas Leisi, 22.10.25). As an obstetrician, I have been attending births for thirty years, both vaginal births and those by caesarean section. From the daigram of the Health Directorate of the...
Ultrasound via smartphone
During an ultrasound examination, high-frequency sound waves are sent through the body, which are reflected by tissues and organs as echoes. The sound wave power of ultrasound devices used in obstetrics is so low that they do not cause any short or long-term damage to the body.
First Children's Runway Congress at THE CIRCLE at Zurich Airport (May 25, 2024)
The new "Kinderstartbahn" platform brings together experts from pediatrics and related fields with the common goal of giving children the best possible start in life. Dates: Saturday, May 25, 2024 Location: Circle Convention Center at Zurich Airport. Expert audience and continuing education points Around...
Grisons women become mothers late
Even 50 years ago, Swiss women were older than the European average when their first child was born. However, there are also differences between the cantons. Text: Romina Kranz (Editor, Südostschweiz, January 30, 2024) In the last 50...
Application potential and current clinical applications of stem cells from umbilical cord and placenta
Webinar November 7, 2022, 17:30 - 18:30 CEST Speakers:
Iron Centre
Menopause – Save the Date: Event in Lausanne on April 3, 2025
I am looking forward to the event on April 3 in Lausanne - with scientific perspectives, impacts and new health strategies on menopause. AGORA, Rue Bugnon 25A, 1011 LausanneProgram: 5:45 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.: Presentations and lectures with our speakers: 8:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.…
Older age and well-being
Older age and well-being (Prof. Breymann comments on NZZ article from April 8, 2024) It is time that the topic of longevity, with all its sometimes obscure developments, was discussed and addressed seriously ("Eternal healthy life is a false promise", NZZ April 8,...
Iron deficiency due to menstruation
Dr. med. Lydia Unger-Hunt conducts the interview with Prof. Dr. med. Christian Breymann, gynaecologist from Zurich, and general practitioner Dr. med. Urs Hürlimann, general practitioner from Hünenberg. The interview focuses on the roles of gynecologists and general practitioners in...
Prevention and healthy ageing
Swiss Longevity Day 2025 in Zurich
Longevity? How can we effectively meet the challenges of healthy ageing? Healthy aging from a gynecological perspective On January 15, 2025, the Swiss Longevity Day (SLD) took place in Zurich, where renowned experts provided in-depth insights into current developments in longevity research....
Older age and well-being
Older age and well-being (Prof. Breymann comments on NZZ article from April 8, 2024) It is time that the topic of longevity, with all its sometimes obscure developments, was discussed and addressed seriously ("Eternal healthy life is a false promise", NZZ April 8,...
Treatment of heavy bleeding disorders by sclerosing the uterine lining (NovaSure method)
Heavy menstrual bleeding (menorrhagia, hypermenorrhea) is a common problem in women, especially after childbirth or after the age of 40. This excessive bleeding can lead to missed work and a feeling of weakness. Although hormone treatments or hormonal IUDs exist to regulate bleeding, there are...
