CF Flashcards
Nulliparous women dilate at what rate during active phase
1.2cm/hr
What features would suggest retained products of conception (i.e. after abortion)?
Open cervical os, lower abdominal cramping, vaginal bleeding, signs of infection
Why are we concerned about hemorrhage when performing curettage in an infected uterus?
Higher risk of perforation when infected
2 most common complications ass. with spontaneous abortion
Infection and Hemorrhage
Signs/sxs of septic abortion
Uterine bleeding and/or spotting in 1st Trimester + signs of infection. May see abdominal tenderness, cervical motion tenderness, foul-smelling vag discharge
In septic abortion, where does the infection come from/travel to?
Ascends from Vagina or Cervix. Goes to Endometrium –> Myometrium –> Perimetrium –> Peritoneum
Which organism causes septic abortion?
Polymicrobial –> Anaerobic strep, bacteroides, E coli, GBS are common
Bloody Show
A sign of impending labor that is often accompanied by the loss of the mucus plug. May present as bloody mucus in the vaginal vault.
What is the cutoff for ‘anemia in pregnancy’
10.5
Accelerations
> 15bpm above baseline for at least 15 seconds
Adequate Contractions
> 200 Montevideo Units in a 10min. window
Protracted Labor
Some progression but taking longer than normal (i.e. 0.5cm/hr)
Bloody Show
A sign of impending labor that is often accompanied by the loss of the mucus plug. May present as bloody mucus in the vaginal vault.
Combination of which 2 antibiotics works well for septic abortion tx 95% of the time
Gentamicin + Clindamycin (want broad spectrum with good anaerobic cover)
When do you begin uterine curettage for removal of retained products of conception/septic abortion?
4 hours after starting IV antibiotics
Why is urine output carefully observed in the setting of septic abortion?
because Oliguria = early sign of septic shock
Pelvic exam finding for Mullerian agenesis pt
blind vaginal pouch/vaginal dimple
Why does uterine inversion lead to PPH
Prevents adequate myometrial contraction
Absence of breast development points towards what hormonal state and condition?
Hypoestrogenic state –> Gonadal dysgenesis aka Turner syndrome
Next step in management after a shoulder dystocia has occurred
McRobert’s Maneuver - hyperflexion of maternal hips onto maternal abdomen and/or suprapubic pressure
Primary Amenorrhea = no menarche by age ____
16
Primary amenorrhea, normal breast, pubic, and axillary hair. Absent uterus
Mullerian agenesis
First dx test for any woman with primary or secondary amenorrhea?
Pregnancy test
T/F Fundal Pressure should be applied immediately following Dx of shoulder dystocia
False, it should be avoided due to increased risk of neonatal injury. McRoberts uses suprapubic pressure
+ whiff test
BV or Trich
Why do menses and intercourse exacerbate the fishy odor of BV?
Both introduce an alkaline substance
what are Amsel’s criteria?
3/4 indicate BV
- Homogenous, gray-white discharge
- vaginal pH>4.5
- Postive whiff test
- Clue cells on wet mount
(Gram stain is gold standard but rarely used clinically)
Strawberry cervix
Trichomonas
“Strawberries are trich-y to Cerve”
why does antibiotic use dispose to Candida vaginitis?
normal lactobacilli in vagina inhibit fungal growth (these are reduced by antibiotic)
which of the 3 vaginitis microscopic dx is assisted by KOH?
Candida: KOH lyses leukocytes and erythrocytes, can identify hypahae/pseudohyphae easier
Classic mammogram finding of breast cancer
A. Small cluster of calcifications around a small mass
or B. masses with ill-defined borders (spiculated/invasive)
or C. asymmetric increased tissue density
Next dx step if mammogram is suspicious for cancer
Stereotactic core biopsy
role of MRI in identifying breast cancer?
Can detect early breast cancers missed by mammography, especially in younger pts or BRCA pts
Name this method of breast cancer workup: Computerized,digital 3-D view of breast allows us to direct the needle to the biopsy site
Stereotactic Core Biopsy (needle localization is also acceptable)
Name this method of breast cancer workp: Multiple mammographic views of the breast allow us to localize the lesion with assistance of a sterile wire
Needle Localization
Digital mammogram has better sensitivity than film in which conditions:
Age<50, premenopausal, dense breasts
Define radical hysterectomy
removal of the Uterus, Cervix, and supportive ligaments (cardinal, uterosacral, and proximal vagina)
Who gets HPV vaccine?
M/F aged 9-26. Quadrivalent = 6, 11, 16, 18
What’s acetowhite change refer to?
(colposcopy) Addition of acetic acid to the cervix will turn cervical intraepithelial lesions white. Dysplastic lesions will often have vascular changes (punctuations, atypical, etc)
Next step to evaluate an abnormal Pap smear?
Colposcopic examinations with directed biopsies
T/F: When a woman presents with a cervical mass, Pap smear is appropriate
FALSE. Pap smear is a screening test, best used for asymptomatic women. BIOPSY OF MASS = best test for visible lesion
How is advanced cervical cancer (>4cm) best tx?
Radiotherapy: Brachytherapy (implants) with teletherapy (whole pelvis radiation) + chemo (cis-platinum) to sensitize the tissue to radiotherapy
Staging procedure for Cervical cancer (5)
- Exam under anesthesia
- IV Pyelogram
- Chest Xray
- Barium enema or proctoscopy
- Cystocopy
most common cause of death due to cervical cancer?
Bilateral ureteral obstruction leading to uremia
how can hydronephrosis be caused by cervical cancer?
Cancer often spreads to pelvic sidewalls (via cardinal) and obstruct one or both ureters
T/F: Pap smear is no longer needed after hysterectomy
False. In the case that hysterectomy was performed for cervical dysplasia, Pap smear of vaginal cuff is still needed
Whats the protocol if ASCUS (Atypical Squamous Cells of Uncertain Significance) is found?
May be observed instead of immediate colp/HPV testing
vs HSIL/LSIL req colp
Women younger than age 25 with biopsy proven CIN 1 or 2
may be observed with serial Pap since resolution rate is high
Atypical glandular cells (AGCs) on pap. Next steps?
Colp, endocervical curettage, and endometrial biopsy
What is radical trachelectomy?
Removal of cervix and upper vagina (leaves uterus). Newer option for cervical cancer tx in younger women who desire children
2 clinical signs that can indicate advanced cervical cancer
Flank tenderness
Leg swelling
T/F: Eye prophylaxis is effective for preventing gonoccoal and chlamydial conjunctivitis
False, its actually only effective against GC (even though chlamydia more common)
Which infection is late postpartum endometritis (2-3 weeks post) ass. with?
Chlamydia
Tx for chlamydia
Erythromycin, amoxicillin, or azithro
Tetra/doxy CI in preg
T/F: GC and Chlamydia are ass. with abortion, preterm labor, PPROM, chorio, neonatal sepsis, postpartum infection
False: Gonococcal cervicitis IS ASSOCIATED WITH ALL OF THESE. Links between these and chlamydia are unclear
T/F: Heterosexual spread of HIV is the most common mode of transmission
True
The goal in pregnancy is to maintain an HIV viral load under:
1000 RNA copies/mL (higher than this prior to labor/ROM, c-section reduces risk of vertical transmission)
What to give HIV infecte owmen who delivers vaginally?
IV Zidovudine during labor
Which HIV drug is associated with congenital anomalies?
Efavirenz (NNRTI) –> Neural tube defects
Tx for co-infection for HIV and HBV?
Tenofovir and lamivudine. Infants should get Hep B IG at birth and start vacc. within 12 hours.
Can women with Hep B or Hep C breastfeed?
Only if they don’t have co-infection with HIV
T/F: C/s does not affect the perinatal transmission of hep c
true
How is cervical cancer staged?
Clinically
2 key tests in assessment of extrauterine pregnancy
hCG (look for #s above 1500-2000 threshold–>should see pregnancy on US by this threshold, if not its likely ectopic)
Transvaginal US (look for IUP)
Most common reason for maternal mortality in the first 20 weeks gestation
Hemorrhage from ectopic gestation
If you suspect extrauterine pregnancy in a women, should you give methotrexate?
No, b/c you are not 100% sure and could destroy any intrauterine gestation. Do Laparoscopy instead
What is the most sensitivite way to detect IUP, as early as 5.5 weeks?
Transvaginal sonography>transabdominal
What finding demonstrates definite IUP?
Crown-rump length or yolk sac
ID of a gestational sac is sometimes misleading
How does a normal gestational sac appear?
Eccentrically located with a decidual sign (echogenic rim around sac)
A rise in hCG of at least ____% in ____hours is indicative of a normal pregnancy
53% in 48 hours
Progesterone level of > than _____ng/mL = always normal IUP
level < than ____ng/mL = always abnormal
25
5
Procedure used in a woman with ectopic pregnancy that can not be treated medically (ruptured/too large) but wants to preserve fertility
Salpingostomy
vs salpingectomy normally performed if not wanting to preserve fertility
Prinicipal form of medical therapy for ectopic
Methotrexate (one time, low dose, intramuscular injection)
What are the conditions in which methotrexate can be used to tx ectopic?
- less than 3.5cm diameter
- no fetal cardiac activity
- hCG<5000
Levels of hCG that plateau in the first 8 weeks of preg indicate:
Abnormal pregnancy (miscarriage or ectopic)
Classic triad of sxs of ectopic
Amenorrhea
Vaginal Spotting
Abdominal Pain
Tx of choice for all ovarian malignancies?
Surgical staging
Name for an androgen effect other than hair pattern (clitromegaly, male balding, deepening of voice, ACNE)
Virilism
Hirsutism is most commonly associated with:
Anovulation (PCOS)
Causes of Virilization
- Adrenal Hyperplasia or androgen-secreting tumor(high DHEA-S)
- Androgen-secreting tumors of the ovary (high Testosterone)
(note: not really ass. with PCOS)
The rapid onset of hirsutism or virilization usually indicates:
Androgen-secreting tumor (NOT PCOS if its rapid, esp if not really related to menarche)
Hyperandrogenism + adnexal mass most commonly =
Sertoli-Leydig cell tumor of the ovary
5 basic factors to consider for infertility
- Ovulatory
- Uterine
- Tubal
- Male factor
- Peritoneal factor (endometriosis)
3 D’s of Endometriosis
- Dysmenorrhea
- Dyspareunia
- Dyschezia
Infertility = Inability to conceive after ___ of unprotected sex
1 year
Define fecundability and its estimated % for a normal couple
Probability of achieving a pregnancy within one menstrual cycle
20-25%
Easiest/cheapest method of detecting ovulation
Basal body temperature (rises 0.5F for 10-12 days after ovulation)
Ovulation occurs ___hours after onset of the LH surge
36 hours (measured by urine LH kit)
Do the majority of women with tubal factor infertility have hx of chlamydia or GC?
No, majority don’t have hx of STI (because asymptomatic)
Prevalence of endometrioitis in infertile women:
25-40%
Gold standard for dx tubal issues or endometriosis as causes infertility
Laparoscopy
Lesion of various appearances, from clear to red to the classic “powder burn” color are associated with:
Endometriosis
What is the choice tx for endometriosis
Laparoscopy or Laparotomy (so not DnC)
Technique used if male factor infertility
Intracytoplasmic spermatic injection (think of it like the sperm can’t make it on its own)
Pt has to use one’s fingers to apply pressure on vagina to achieve BM
One sign of Pelvic Organ Prolapse
Tx options for hot flushes
- Estrogen replacement therapy w/Progestin (most effective. If uterus gone, don’t need progestin)
- Clonidine
- Gabapentin
- SSRI
note: SERM does NOT work
Which hormones fall earliest in menopause?
Anti-Mullerian hormone is the earliest marker; Inhibin B is next; finally, E2 falls.
Inhibin and FSH levels during menopause
FSH is elevated, Inhibin is low (as is E2)
Is hormone replacement therapy to tx vasomotor sxs in menopausal woman continued forever?
No, it should be used in the lowest dose for the shortest duration feasible
What complications is a PCOS pt at risk for?
- DM
- Endometrial cancer
- Hyperlipidemia
- Metabolic syndrome
- CV disease
Dx for PCOS
Req 2/3:
- Oligo/amenorrhea
- Hyperandrogenism
- US evidence of small, multiple ovarian cysts
(LH:FSH ratio is unreliable)
Exclusion of these secondary causes of hyperandrogenism before labeling PCOS
- Congenital adrenal hyperplasia.
- Hyperprolactinemia, 3. Adrenal/ovarian tumor
- Cushing syndrome
- Thyroid disorders
PCOS tx
BMI<30: Clomiphene citrate (SERM)
BMI>30: Letrozole (aromatase inhibitor)
In female, testosterone is largely secreted by the ____ and DHEA-S by the _________
Ovary (T)
Adrenal Gland (DHEA)
Pts with PCOS should be screened for: (2)
Glucose intolerance
Lipid abnormalities
cHTN vs gHTN
Chronic: BP 140/90 before pregnancy or before 20 weeks, or persisting more than 12 weeks postpartum
Gest: HTN w/o proteinuria at >20weeks for at least 4 hours
Preeclampsia definition
140 or 90 measured 2x, 6 hours apart + new onset proteinuria (>300mg in 24hrs, or UP:C >0.3)
If there is HTN but no proteinuria, how else can you make dx of preeclampsia
HTN + one of the following “severe features”:
- Thrombocytopenia
- Impaired LFTs
- Renal insuff (Cr>1.1)
- Pulm Edema
- Cerebral disturb
- Visual impairment
What is cHTN pt at risk for?
- IUGR
- Fetal Demise
- Placental abruption
- Superimposed preeclampsia
- Eclampsia
Underlying pathophys of pre-E
tissue hypoxemia = heVasospasm and “leaky vessels” = serum leakage and molysis/necrosis/end-organ damage
What is the cure for Pre-E?
TERMINATION OF PREGNANCY = delivery
What is the effect of pre-E vasospasm on BP, Intravascular volume, and oncotic pressure?
Increased BP (increased systemic vascular resistance)
Decreased Intravascular Volume and Oncotic Pressure (leakage)
Complications of preeclampsia
- Placental abruption
- Eclampsia
- Coagulopathies
- Renal Failure
- Hepatic subcapsular hematoma
- Hepatic rupture
- Uteroplacental insufficiency
Fetal growth restriction, poor Apgar, and fetal acidosis also seen
Risk factors for Pre-E
- Nulliparity
- African american
- Extremes of age
- Previous pre-E
- cHTN
- chronic renal dx
- obesity
- antiphospholipid syndrome
- diabetes
- multifetal gest.
Lab tests for preE
CBC, UA and 24 hr urine protein, LFT, LDH (hemolysis), and Cr
Fetal testing (BPP) to check uteroplacental insuff
management of acutely elevated BP (160/110 for >15 min = HTN emergency)
Use IV labetolol or IV hydralazine or oral nifedipine immediately to avoid stroke. Recheck 20 minutes later
mgmt for preE with severe features
Over 34 weeks: give MgS04 and deliver
Less 34: corticosteriods, mag, and asses M/F stability. If stable, wait 48 hrs for steroids to work and deliver.
When is the greatest risk of Eclampsia occurrence?
- Just prior to delivery
- During labor (intrapartum) –>give preE pt mag
- w/in 1st 24 hours postpartum
1st sign of mag toxicity:
Hyporeflexia (loss of deep tendon reflexes).
Side effect of mag = pulmonary edema
Cystometric exam can differentiate between:
Urge and stress incontinence
No delay from cough to incontinence:
Genuine Stress Incontinence
From stress incontinence, where is the proximal urethra relative to the pelvic diaphragm
Falls below it.
Thus, when the patient coughs, intra-abdominal P is exerted to the bladder but not to the proximal urethra, and bladder pressure exceeds urethral = urinary flow
Delay between cough and void
Urge incontinence
Best tx’s for stress and urge incontinence
Stress: Surgical (sling)
Urge: Medical (kegel, lifestyle, antimuscarinics, Mirabegron)
Best tx for uncomplicated cystitis
3 day course of Bactrim
What are the classic sxs of cystitis?
Dysuria, urgency, frequency.
Note: Fever is NOT usually seen. Typically seen when upper tract involvement i.e. pyelo
Do we tx asymptomatic bacteriuria?
We always tx this in pregnant women (1/4 would go on to develop infection)
agens for urethritis
Chlamydia, Gonococcus, Trichomonas
Typical sxs of UTI but no growth in culture (so sterile pyuria) and no response to antibiotics
Suspect urethritis (chlamydia, gonorrhea, trichomonas)
Tx for urethritis
Typically do Doxy + ceftriaxone for the C/NG infection. In pregnant, substitute Azithromycin for doxy
between which weeks is considered ‘term’?
37-42
If a pt is rubella nonimmune, when do you immunize?
POSTPARTUM!
Rubella vaccine = live attenuated = do NOT give during pregnancy
Define Labor
Cervical change accompanied by regular uterine contractions
After how many cm dilation do we say active labor has begun?
6cm (not 4)
How do we define “arrest of active phase”?
No progress in the active phase of labor (>6cm) for:
-4 hours if adequate ctxs
-6 hours if inadequate ctxs
(assuming ROM)
Define adequate ctxs
every 2-3 minutes, firm on palpation, lasting at least 40-60 seconds (clinical) or at least 200 Montevideo units
how are Montevideo units calculated?
exaine a 10-min window; add each ctx’s rise above baseline (each mmHg is a Montevideo unit) –> 200 = normal ctxs
Late decels suggest fetal ____, and if recurrent or together with decreased variability, suggest fetal ____
hypoxemia; acidemia
reasons for C-section
(in order of freq)
- LABOR DYSTOCIA (does not include prolonged latent)
- ABNORMAL FHT
- fetal malpresentation
- multiple gestation
- macrosomia
How can we try to intervene after seeing many variable decels?
Amnioinfusion
What is a good way to asses fetal acid-base status when abnormal FHR patterns are present?
Scalp stimulation….if it induces an acceleration, highly correlates to a normal umbilical cord pH (>7.2)
when should external cephalic version be offered?
To women after 36 weeks with malpresentation
Intervention for pt that becomes hypotensive following epidural/spinal
IV fluid bolus OR admin Ephedrine (vasopressor)
Vaginal exam reveals cord through cervix
Umbilical cord prolapse –> Elevate presenting part and EMERGENCY C/S
Uterine tenderness + Vaginal bleeding
Placental abruption –> support BP and stabilize pt, consider c/s
what type of defect are the thalassemias?
Quantitative (vs sickle cell is qualitative)
Woman develops dark-colored urine after taking Nitrofurantoin for UTI. What does she likely have?
G6PD-Deficiency…hemolysis. Also consider HELLP if there is also thrombocytopenia
Elevated _____ = Beta-thal
Elevated _____ = Alpha-thal
A2 hemoglobin (B) HbF (A)
4 signs of placental separation
- Gush of blood
- Lengthening of cord
- Globular/firm shape of uterus
- uterus rises up to anterior ab. wall
Common complication of uterine inversion
Hemorrhage (due to atony)
Nerve injury related to shoulder dystocia
Erb Palsy = brachial plexus C5-C6. Arm hands limply by the side and is internally rotated.
Signs that a baby is getting sufficient milk
- 3-4 stools in 24 hrs
- 6 wet diapers in 24 hrs
- wt gain
- sounds of sucking
If you suspect ruptured ectopic, whats next step in mgmt?
EXPLORATORY SURGERY (lap). Not methotrexate or DnC.
Pt has inappropriate hcg levels (dont rise 50% in 48 hours) and levels that do not fall after dx’ic D and C
Ectopic
Mag toxicity and solution
Muscle weakness, loss of DTReflexes, Respiratory Depression!, nausea
–> Administer calcium gluconate if need to restore respiratory function
How to diff. preeclampsia with or without severe features based on protein level?
24-hr Protein>300 = mild preE (no severe features)
24-hr Protein>5000 = PreE with severe features
Initial steps after fetal bradycardia
Improve maternal oxygen and CO to uterus:
1. Put pt on her side (move uterus away from vessels)
2. IV fluid bolus if V depleted
3. 100% O2 by face mask
4. Stop Pit
Also MUST do vaginal exam to assess for cord prolapse
If fetal bradycardia is due to hyper stimulation with Pit, what can be done?
Give beta-agonist such as terbutaline to relax uterine musculature
Lack of myometrial ctxs, resulting in a boggy uterus
Uterine atony
An ergot that induces myometrial ctxs to tx Uterine atony
Methergine (CI in HTN pt)
3 agents that can be used for Atony
- Methergine (ergot. CI in HTN)
- PGF2-alpha (CI in asthma pt)
- Misoprostol (rectal. often preferred method)
Surgical therapy for atony if medical mgmt fails
- Exploratory lap + uterine artery or internal iliac artery ligation
- b lynch stitch
- hysterectomy
If uterus is firm contracted while bleeding persists, what is the likely etiology of PPH?
Genital tract laceration. Also, uterine inversion, placenta accreta, retained placenta, and coagulopathy (if no laceration).
PPH that doesnt start until 2 weeks postpartum (secondary PPH)
usually due to Subinvolution of the Placental Site…eschar of placenta falls off. Tx with oral ergot (methergine)
what are the steps involved in “active mgmt of 3rd stage of labor” and why perform it
- Pit immediately upon delivery
- Late cord clamping
- Gentle cord traction
Decreases risk/severity of PPH
Define chorionicity
The # of placentas. In monozygotic, can be MC or DC. In dizygotic, always DC (same rule applies for amnion)
Complications ass. with twins
- Preterm delivery
- Congenital malformations
- Pre-E
- PPH
- Twin-Twin Transfusion
Link btwn OCPs and twins?
OCP slows tubal motility, which is a possible cause of twins (so increases incidence)
best imaging to detect vasa previa?
color Doppler ultrasound
mgmt if vasa previa is identified?
Planned c/s before ROM, around 35-36 wks gestation (note: digital vaginal exam is CI in vasa previa)
If fetal bleeding is uncertain, which two tests can differentiate btwn maternal and fetal bleeding?
Apt test and Kleihauer-Betke test
What to do if presence of prodromal sxs or genital lesions suspicious for HSV?
C/s to prevent neonatal infection
highest risk factor for neonatal HSV infection
acquisition of new maternal HSV infection near time of delivery
Painless antepartum (after 20 weeks) vaginal bleeding
Placenta previa (vs abruption usually painful) -->may have postcoital bleeding earlier in preg
Next steps after patient complains of antepartum (after 20 weeks) vaginal bleeding
Ultrasound to rule out placenta previa BEFORE doing a speculum or digital exam (because these can induce bleeding)
Placenta accreta is more common with placenta _____
previa
esp in presence of uterine scar i.e. prior c/s
Risk factors for Placental Abruption
- HTN! (chronic and preE)
- Cocaine use and Smoking
- Trauma (MVA)
- Uteroplacental insuff
- PPROM
PREVIOUS HX OF ABRUPT. = #1 though
“Abruptly had High Blood Pressure after getting into an MVA while Smoking Cocaine”]
Bleeding into the myometrium of the uterus, giving a discolored appearance to the uterine surface
Couvelaire Uterus
Why can placental abruption lead to coagulopathy (esp in cases severe enough to cause fetal death)?
Hypofibrinogenemia
Painful antepartum vaginal bleeding
abnormal adherence of placenta to uterine wall (abnormal decidua basalis layer of the uterus)
Accreta vs Increta vs Percreta
Accreta: placenta attaches to the myometrium
Increta: Penetrates into myometrium
Percreta: All the way through myometrium, possibly adjacent organs
Risk factors for accreta
Low lying placenta, previa, prior C/s or uterine curettage, or prior myomectomy
Usual mgmt. of placenta accrete/previa
Prelabor c/s + hysterectomy at 34-35 weeks + beta-methasone
Where is appendicitis located in a pregnant patient?
Superior and lateral to McBurney point (because enlarged uterus pushes on appendix)
Tx for appendicitis in pregnancy?
Surgical, regardless of gestational age. + IV antibiotic
Why is there a risk of gallstones in pregnant patient?
Increase in gallbladder volume and biliary sludge = common physiologic effect of preg.
Most frequent and serious complication of a benign ovarian cyst
Ovarian torsion
most common cause of septic shock in pregnancy
Pyelo
how can we detect fetal anemia in utero?
Fetal Doppler. Middle cerebral artery peak systolic velocity
How do corpus luteum cysts develop?
From mature Graafian follicles; ass. with normal endocrine f(x) or prolonged progesterone
If corpus luteum cyst is excised, does anything need to be supplemented?
If pregnancy is less than 10-12 weeks, supplement with progesterone (placenta takes over for the corpus luteum in making progesterone after this)
Mother and father of fetus are both Rh-. When do you admin Rhogham?
You don’t need to
Rh antibody screen comes back positive for Lewis antibodies. What are these and when do you give Rhogam?
They are IgM and thus don’t cross placenta, so no need to admin Rhogham
Which type of twins are most likely to undergo Twin-Twin transfusion?
Diamniotic, monochorionic
Most common trisomy in abortuses?
Trisomy 16
between which weeks is fetus most susceptible to developing intellectual disability and microcephaly i.e. after radiation exposure
8-15
What should be documented before initating HRT for menopause sxs?
tissue dx consistent with normal endometrium, or a pelvic ultrasound with an endometrial stripe of <4mm ought to be documented
Which hormone replacement should not be used in woman with intact uterus?
Do not use estrogen-only b/c increased risk of endometrial cancer
Which of the following levels do we assess for dx of menopause: FSH, LH, Estrogen?
FSH only
Which is more effective for treating hot flashes, Estrogen or SERM (i.e. raloxifene, clomiphene)?
ESTROGEN
We do NOT use SERMS…these may actually cause hot flashes
HRT effect on lipids (note: not rec for primary prevention CVD)
Increase HDL
Decreased LDL
(estrogen increases TG and LDL catabolism and #LDL-R = lower LDL)
(HRT blocks hepatic lipase = less conversion of HDL = more HDL)
Menopausal patient has DEXA of -1.7. What’s next step in mgmt. of pt?
Assess her risk factors for fracture
(prior fracture, FHx osteoporosis, race, dementia, hx of falls, nutrition, smoking, low BMI, E2 def, alcohol, physical activity)
Why does BSO in postmenopausal woman cause resurgence of menopausal sxs?
Abrupt drop in circulating androgens (which are peripherally converted to estrogen)
Note: Ovaries stop producing estrogen at menopause, but continue to produce androgen
Labs for Exercise-induced hypothalamic amenorrhea
Normal FSH
Low Estrogen