Gynaecology — Flashcards

Uterine fibroids are _____ smooth muscle tumours of the uterus that are most commonly located in the myometrium

The incidence of uterine fibroids increases with _____ and fibroids tend to shrink post-menopause

What is the treatment for menorrhagia in uterine fibroids if contraception is undesired? _____

What investigation is done to diagnose endometriosis? _____

What pharmacotherapy management for vasomotor symptoms in menopause? _____

Hint: 3 options

Most fibroids are _____, often discovered incidentally during exams or imaging

Cervical cancer is prevented with a _____, practicing safe sex, avoiding smoking & cervical cancer screening

Fibroids are more prevalent in _____ women, though they can occur in other groups, becoming more common in later reproductive years

Hint: race

Uterine fibroids can present with _____, pelvic pain & difficulty conceiving

To reduce fibroid size (e.g. pre-surgery), medical management may involve _____