Answer Page: Gynaecology -
Uterovaginal Prolapse
Physical Examination Card
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Patient's Details
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Patient Information
Explaining topic to patient
Pelvic Organ Prolapse (Patient.info UK)
Uterine Prolapse (Healthline.com US)
Prolapse (Health.gov.au)
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Quick Notes
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Genitourinary prolapse (Patient.info UK)
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Guidelines & Articles
Diagnosis and management on topic
Pelvic Organ Prolapse (The Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Obstetricians – Ranzcog.edu.au)
Pelvic organ prolapse (RACGP.org.au)
Clinical Practice Guidelines (CPG) on this topic from the official website.
UpToDate
Detailed reading on topic
Pelvic organ prolapse in females (UpToDate.com US)
Differential diagnosis of pelvic organ prolapse. (UpToDate.com US)
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Tip Here:
Remember to rule out other causes of pelvic discomfort or urinary symptoms, such as urinary tract infections, vaginal atrophy, and pelvic masses. Systematically exclude these during history and examination.
This website has used the following for reference in preparing the contents.
Australian Medical Council (AMC) Handbook of Clinical Assessment reprinted 2018 edition
John Murtagh's General Practice 8th edition
Tally O'Conner's Clinical Examination 8th edition
The Royal Women's Hospital Victoria Australia
Gynecology by Ten Teachers 20th edition
Obstetrics by Ten Teachers 20th edition
Paediatric Handbook 10th edition
Suggested reading material for examination preparation by the AMC
