OBGYN Reverse Flashcards
Sexual expression is determined by ? five factors
Masters and Johnson describe ? four stage sexual response cycle in 1966
Basson proposed ? revised sexual response cycle in 2001
Psychological Learned Environment Spiritual Social
Excitement Plateau Orgasm Resolution
Intimacy Stimuli Arousal Desire Enhanced intimacy
? is the biological component of the Sexual Response Cycle and what control this component
? carries that most weight of the cycle
Desire Phase is driven by ? hormone while Arousal Phase is driven by ? hormone
Sexual Drive- influenced by neuroendocrine
Motivation
Emotional willingness
D: testosterone, excited- T, suppressed- Serotonin
A: E2 from parasympathetic
Menopause sexual dysfunction is d/t ?
What are the three phases of sexual response
? underlying Dxs are comorbid w/ sexual d/os
Hypo-estrogen
Inc FSH= hot flashes
Desire (Libido)
Excitement (Arousal)
Orgasm (Climax)
Anxiety/Depression
Excitement/arousal is a reflex controlled by ? nerves and controlled by ? system
The excitement/arousal phase is enhanced by ? hormone and the lack of this is the MC ?
Orgasmic phase reflex is controlled by ? nerves and modulated by ?
T11-L2, S2-4; Parasympathetic
Estrogen; MCC of dysfunction of excitement phase
T11-L2, S3-4; Sympathetic
What are the four RFs for developing dyspareunia
Difference between fe/male sexual assault in military
? are the RFs for violence against women and when are the RFs lowest
Hx of abuse/PID
Age <50
Depression/Anxiety
Unwanted touch: MC to men
More likely reported/investigated- MC to women
Age 16-24y/o
Witnessing violence as child
Lowest: 65/> y/o
What are the support structures of the pelvis
What are the pelvic organs
Define Chronic Pelvic Pain
Perineum
Urogenital diaphragm
Levator ani
Vagina
Rectum Uterus Bladder Vagina
Non-cyclic pain lasting 6mon+ severe enough for functional disability/medical intervention
What is used for first line Tx of Chronic Pelvic Pain
How are neuropathic Sxs Tx
How are dysmenorrhea/dyspareunia Sxs Tx
What surgical options are available
Acetaminophen and NSAIDs
SS/NRI TCA Gabapentin
CoCs Progestin GnRH agonist
Hysterectomy Neurolysis
Define Vulvodynia
What is used for Tx
When does Localized Provoked Vulvodynia become a DDx
Vulvar discomfort x3mon w/out identifiable cause
Topical Lidocain/Gabapentin
Antidepressant- TCA (max 200mg Amitriptyline)
New onset insertion pain x 3mon
What are the two sub-classifications of Dyspareunia and the causes
Exam for dyspareunia mirrors the exam for ?
How is this condition Tx
Insertion: d/t vulv-odynia/itis, poor lube
Deep: pain d/t endometriosis, adhesions or bulky leiomyomas
Chronic Pelvic Pain
Vaginismus- desensitization, counseling
Atrophy- estrogen cream
Poor lube- lube and arousal
Structural- surgery
Pudendal Neuralgia is Dx w/ ? criteria
Define Cystocele, Rectocele, Enterocele, Procidentia
? is the 3rd MC indication for hysterectomy
Nantes: Pain along pudendal nerve path Worse w/ sitting No sensory loss Does not awaken Relieved w/ nerve block
C: bladder prolapse
R: rectum prolapse
E: bowel prolapse
P: uterus prolapse
Pelvic organ prolapse
Define Splinting/Digitation associated w/ pelvic organ prolapses
Which type of prolapse presents w/ urinary retention
What are the RFs for prolapse
Splint: manual bolstering improves Sxs
Digit: manual pressure aids w/ BMs
Cystocele
Inc abdominal pressure CT d/o Age- risk double each decade Vaginal delivery- 1.2x per delivery Elective forcep delivery Race: hispanic/white
Although unknown, Interstitial Cystitis and/or Painful Bladder Syndrome is potentially d/t ? two etiologies
These two Dxs are considered when
Pts w/ this condition but Dx w/ UTIs will present w/ ? c/c
Mast cell activation; Defected mucin layer
Unexplained chronic pelvic pain w/ voiding Sxs
Cranberry juice exacerbates pain
Define Hunner Ulcer
Define Glomerulations
What is first and second line Txs for Interstitial Cystitis/Painful Bladder Syndrome
What is the only FDA approved medication for Tx Interstitial Cystitis/Painful Bladder Syndrome
Red/brown lesion w/ radiating vessel to central scar causing bladder stiffening- Dx for interstitial cystitis
More common; petechia/sub-mucosal hemorrhage (not unique to interstitial cystitis)
1st: Education, Behavior mod
2nd: PT Elmiron Amitriptyline Cimetidine Hydroxyzine
Elmiron- repairs bladder defects
What can be injected into bladder for Interstitial Cystitis/Painful Bladder Syndrome Txs
? MedHx makes females 2.5x more likely to be admitted to nursing homes than peers
What are the transient causes of incontinence
Lidocaine Heparin Dimethyl Sulfoxide
Incontinence
Delirium- MC in hospitalized Pts Infections Atrophic vaginitis/urethritis Pharm: A-blockers (women) A-agonists (men) Psych Excess output/Endocrine dz Restricted mobility Stool impaction
What are the three degrees of Stress Incontinence Severity
How is the bladder controlled by the nervous system
? type of receptors are more predominant in the bladder dome and ? type of receptors are more predominant in the bladder neck
1: only w/ severe stress (cough, sneeze, jump)
2: moderate stress (movement, stairs)
3: mild stress (standing)
Peripheral, Autonomic:
Sympathetic: A/B receptors
Parasympathetic: Muscarinic/Nicotinic receptors
Dome: muscarinic, b-adrenergic receptors
Neck: a-adrenergic receptors
What meds do Pts w/ incomplete/overflow bladder emptying and stress incontinence need to avoid
? is the MC type of incontinence seen in women
How is urethral hypermobility assessed for during stress incontinence exams
Overflow: A-agonsits, CCBs
Stress: A-antagonists
Mixed
Q-tip test, angle changes >30* to horizontal= hypermobility and possible stress incontinence
Most cases of incontinence can be Tx conservatively w/ ?
What medication can be added to incontinence Tx to dec urgency/frequency
? medications can be used to work at detrusor muscle level
Kegels: 50-60 contractions/day
Calcium glycerosphate
Anticholinergics- inhibit muscarinic receptors to blunt contractions
? is a combo drug used for mixed incontinence Tx
? is a combo anti-spasmodic drug used for urge incontinence Tx
Botulinum injections can be used for Tx ? types of incontinence
Imipramine: TCA w/ a-adrenergic and anticholinergic effects
Mirabegron: relaxes detrusor, increases bladder capacity
Idiopathic detrusor overactivity
Urge
Urge Incontinence Tx methods
Stress Incontinence Tx methods
Overflow Incontinence Tx methods
Schedule
Anticholinergic: Detrol, Ditropan
Kegels
Pessary/kegel Imipramine Topical estrogen Surgery Duloxetine
Intermittent catheterizations
Surgery
Most breast dzs arise from ? structures
Because of their location these growths are very sensitive to ? hormones
When does breast epithelial cells proliferate and why
Terminal duct-acinar (lobules)
Est/Progest/Prolactin
Luteal- fullness week prior to menses d/t water content
? is the MC benign breast tumor and MC breast d/o
How does this MC appear on PE and what type of f/u is needed
? Pt populations are these more common in and what happens w/ age/menopause
Tumor: fibroadenoma
D/o: fibrocystic changes
Well circumscribed, rubbery and mobile;
No FamHx of breast Ca; f/u 3-6mon
Adolescent/pre-menopause;
Calcify and spontaneously involute
Simple Cysts appear as ? on US and need ? management for Tx
Complicated Cysts appear as ? on US
Complex Cysts appear as ? on US
Sololucent, smooth margins
No special management unless
Recurrent- consider excise
Internal echoes, proteinaceous debris
Consider aspiration, culture, cytology
Abnormality doesn’t resolve w/ aspiration- core needle
Septa/intracystic mass usually papillaoma
Core needle biopsy and/or excise
Define Fibrocystic Breast Changes
What causes these changes
These changes are characterized by ? that is d/t ?
Ropy, nodular tissue d/t dilated ducts and dense collagen
Collagen stromal response to hormones/GF
Hyperplasia- low progesterone compared to estrogen
How will Fibrocystic Breast Changes present to clinic
How are these Tx
What baseline order needs to be started if Pt is >25y/o
Bilateral cysts w/ pain worse pre-cycle (late luteal phase)
Aspiration for pain, Danazol but high androgen s/e
Bloody/residual= biopsy
Baseline mammogram (cut off age for US/Mamm- 30)
What is the preferred eval technique for the following exam/imaging findings:
Palpable cystic lesion
Recurrent cyst w/ bloody fluid
Non-Dx FNA
Solid palpable mass
Non-Dx core needle biopsy
PCL: needle drainage
Recurrent: excision
ND-FNA: core/excision biopsy
Solid: core needle biopsy
NDx CNBx: excision biopsy
What are the indications for breast biopsy
Mammography BIRADS Categories
Breast mass
Benign mass w/ personal/FamHx Ca
Equivocal mammograpy/cytology results
0- Incomplete: more/prior imaging needed for comparison
1- Negative: routine mammogram
2- Benign: routine mammogram
3- Probably benign: short interval f/u
4- Suspicious: biopsy
5- Highly suggestive of malignancy: biopsy
6- Biopsy proven malignancy: surgery
Pthirus Pubis
Sarcoptes Scabei
Crabs w/ contact transmission
Present: Adenopathy Itch Excoriation
Dx: exam/microscopy
Tx: Permethrin Pyrethrins Lindane- c/i in pregnancy/infancy
Scabies w/ contact transmission
Present: Dermatitis Itch
Dx: oil scrape and exam
Tx: Lindane Ivermectin- repeat at 2wks Permethrin
HSV is the most prevalent STI w/ more frequent recurrences of ? strain
What does the initial outbreak of the infection present as ? and holds the greatest risk to whom
How is it Dx
HSV-2 from saliva/contact transmission
HA Malaise Adenopathy Fever;
Neonate/fetus
Culture Abs PCR
Genital warts is d/t ? infection
What does this cause to develop
How is this Dx
How is it Tx by provider and Pt
HPV-6, 11
Condylomata acuminatum
Acetic acid
Biopsy if treatment failure
Provider: Podophyllin Chloroacetic acid Cryo
Pt: Podofilox Imiquimod
What microbe causes Syphilis and how is infection spread
How is this seen in clinic
How is this screened for and how is a Dx confirmed
Treponema pallidum- contact, transplacental
Painless chancre w/ hard, raised borders shedding spirochetes
Screen: RPR or VDRL
Confirm: FTA-Abs
How does Secondary Syphilis present
Time frame for Early or Late Latent Syphilis
What systems can Tertiary Syphilis infect differently between men and women
Bacteremia Condylomata lata- pink plaques in warm/moist areas Adenopathy Maculopapular rash on palm/sole Exanthem- actively sheds spriochetes
Early: 1yr after secondary syphilis w/out Tx
Late: >1yr after initial infection
CV CNS MSK:
CV/Neuro less common in females
What is the reaction seen in Pts in response to Syphilis Tx and what causes this reaction to develop
How is Primary, Secondary and Early Late (<1yr) Syphilis Tx
How is Late Latent, Tertiary, or CV Syphilis Tx
When are Pts f/u with after Tx
Jarish Herxheimer- Fever Malaise HA d/t endotoxin release
Benzathine PCN G 2.4M units IM
PCN allergic and non-pregnant: Doxy x 14d
PCN allergy: Erythromycin
Benzathing PCN G 2.4M units IM weekly x 3wks
PCN allergic and non-pregnant: Doxy x 28d
Re-eval at 6mon;
Re-Tx w/ weekly PCN x 3wks
How does Chlamydia survive in the body
How is it Dx
How is it Tx
Intracellular bacteria
Culture Ag PCR*
Azith, Doxy w/ abstinence x 7d
Re-screen in 3mon
How is Gonorrhea Dx
What is used Primary, Secondary and Tertiary for Gonorrhea Tx
What class is no longer recommended for Tx
Gram stain
Culture- Thayer martin media
PCR- DNA/nucleic acid
Primary: IM 250mg Ceftriax+PO 1g Azith
Secondary: PO/IM Cephalosporin+PO 1g Azith
Tertiary: PO/IM Cephalosporin+Doxy 100mg x 7d
Abstinence x 7d
Re-screen at 3mon
Fluoroquinolones
PID is MCC by ?
What are the three possible sequelae
How is the ultimate Dx of Silent PID given
Ascending lower tract infection;
BV (anaerobes) Chlamydia Gonorrhea
Mycoplasmas: Hominis Urealyticum Genitalium
Infertility CPP Ectopic
Tubal-factor infertility w/ Hx compatible for UTIs
When do Sxs of Acute PID tend to present
What are the criteria for Dx
What is the primary imaging tool for Pts w/ PID
During/After menses
Uterine/Adnexal/Cervical tenderness w/ 1 or more: Fever > 101.6 WBCs on microscopy Inc ESR/CRP Chlamydia/Gonorrhea Cervical d/c or friability
US
How is PID Tx outpatient
If one of the meds needs to be replaced, what is used instead
How is PID Tx inpatient
Ceftriaxone 250mg IM
Doxy 100mg PO x 14d
Metronidazole (if +Trich/BV) 500mg PO BID x 14d
If Ceftriax can’t be used: Cefoxitin w/ Probenecid or
3rd Gen Cephalosporins
Cefotetan or Cefoxitin w/ Doxy or,
Clinda w/ Gentamcin or
Amp/Sulbactam w/ Doxy
How does Tuboovarian Abscess present on PE
How is this Dx
What happens if rupture occurs
PID Sxs w/ adnexal mass Fever Leukocytosis
US or CT/MRI
Peritonitis
What causes Toxic Shock Syndrome
When/how does this appear on PE
What causes this to develop
Exotoxin from Staph A
Diffuse itching macular rash
OHOTN
Fever Malaise Diarrhea- 2d after surgery/mense onset
Absorbent tampon/contraceptive sponge
All major criteria must be met for a Dx of Toxic Shock Syndrome which include ?
Define Fecundity and Fecundability
Chances of fertility drops by half after ? age
Temp >38.8*C HOTN- SBP <90 Orthostatic syncope Late desquamation Diffuse macular erythema
Dity: probability of live birthper menstrual cycle
Ability: ability to conceive; pregnancy probability per month of exposure
37-45y/o
What is the conception window and how often should sex take place to maximize fertilization
What needs to be avoided during fertilization window
When is a fertility work up warranted
5 days prior through day of ovulation;
qDay or QoD x 10days
Oil based lubricants
Failure after 12mon w/out contraception
>35y/o after 6mon w/out contraception
What are the 5 etiologies of infertility in sequence
Ovulatory Male factor Tubal/uterine Unexplained Other
What type of menstrual Hx suggests ovulation is occurring
Define Mittelschmerz
What four other Sxs may present with this sign
Menses q25-35d lasting 3-7d
Unilateral mid-cycle pelvic pain w/ ovulation
Luteal phase Sxs:
Tenderness Acne Craving Moods
How does body temperature reflect ovulation
At home ovulation kits are testing for ?
? is a more direct/earlier predictor of ovulation than basal body temps
04-0.8* increase x 2 consecutive days d/t post-ovulatory progesterone
LH surge
Mid-Luteal serum progesterone- correlates to ovulation and corpus luteum
What labs are drawn for anovulation work up in Pts w/ Hx of irregular cycles
What is the miscarriage risk in women >40y/o
What 4 populations should fertility testing be conducted
Prolactin Testosterone DHEA-S TSH FSH
50-75%
35/> after 6mon of trying/just starting
<35y/o after 12mon of trying
Dec ovarian reserve risk
Considering egg freezing
? is used as initial Tx for anovulatory, infertile women
What is the MOA
When is this considered a failure
Clomiphene citrate- SERM and day 3-5 of cycle
Inc FSH levels to inc ovarian follicle activity
Max dose 100mg x 6mon- refer
Other then Clomid, what three classes of drugs are used for infertility Tx
Top three most effective contraceptions
What are the 3 leading causes of infant death
Metformin- dec insulin resistance, inc ovulation
Aromatase inhibitors
Gonadotropins
Implant, IUD, Sterilization
Congenital malformation
Low weight
SIDS
All women of reproductive age should be taking ? nutritional supplement and when should amount be increased
All women above and below ? BMI level should be counseled about risks of infertility/pregnancy
? Dx is 6x more likely for offspring if father is >40y/o at contraception
Folic acid- dec neural tube defects BMI >35 DMT1 Med/FamHx NTD Valproate/Carbamazepine
30kg or higher, <18.5kg
Autism
What are the failure rates of Tier 1-4 contraception
What are the criteria to be reasonably certain a woman is not pregnant
When are CoCs and Depo avoided as contraception
1: <1%
2: <10%
3: >10%
4: spermicide, sponge
7d or less after start of menses/abortion
No intercourse since start of last menses
Consistent, correct contraception use
<28d post-partum
Breast feeding 85% or more of the time
Uncontrolled HTN >160/100
What contraception considerations are taken for Pts w/ MedHx of migraines w/ or w/out aura
What contraception considerations are taken for Pts w/ diabetes
What contraception considerations are taken for Pts w/ SLE
No aura: CoCs w/ caution
W/ aura, any age: no CoCs, Depo ok
End organ dz/Vascular dz/>20yrs w/ DM: no CoC/Depo
Neg Ab syndrome: CoC use safe
Pos/Unknown Ab syndrome- avoid hormones
Depo needs to be use w/ caution or avoided in Pts w/ ? Dx
? contraception consideration is taken for Pts w/ breast Ca of Hx of DVT/embolisms
Pts breast feeding or Hx of DVT/emboli need to avoid ? methods
Osteoporosis, RA
Avoid hormones
CoCs
Copper IUDs are good for ? long
Mirenea/Kyleena are good for ? long
Liletta/Skyla are good for ? long
Generally, their MOA is ?
10yrs
5yrs
3yrs
Prevent fertilization
MOA of Copper IUD
Copper IUDs have no effect on ?
What are adverse effects of using this method
Local inflammatory response
Dec sperm/egg viability
Blastycyst inflammation reaction
Inhibit ovulation
Menstrual changes for first 3mon, Tx w/ NSAIDs
Immediate fertility return w/ d/c
MOA of Levonorgestrel IUDs
What will Pts commonly report as adverse effects of this method
What benefit can this offer to a certain population
Progestin atrophies endometrium, prevents implantation
Dec sperm mobility
Inconsistent ovulation suppression
Irregular bleeding x 6mon
Amenorrhea x after 2yrs
Improves dysmehorrhea
IUDs lost is most common during ? and is higher if ?
? is the next step if provider can’t see strings
What are the risks if pregnancy/miscarriage does occur
MC in first month;
Post partum or <25y/o
R/o pregnancy, cytology brush twirl, then US
More likely ectopic;
2nd trimester miscarriage- higher infection risk
Nexplanon may be the preferred contraceptive option for ? two populations
How much/often are Depo injections
What are the two benefits does Depo offer
Post-partum/abortion
Lactating mothers
Medroxyprogesterone- 150mg IM (shoulder/glut) q3mon
Improves menorrhagia, dysmenorrhea, endometrial pain
Dec risk for endometrial hyperplasia/Ca
What are the 4 relative c/i for Depo use
What is the only absolute c/i for Depo use
What are the adverse effects of Depo use especially in ? population
Recent breast Ca
Progestin pos Ca
Prior ectopic
Pregnant
Current breast Ca
Bleeding Bone loss HTN Anovulation Weight Functional cyst
Severe HTN- risk of stroke
What are the two absolute c/is for mini-pill use
Combined Hormone Contraceptives include ? forms
What is their MOA
Breast Ca, Pregnant
CoC- pills
Patches
Transvaginal rings
Suppress hypothalmic gonadotropic release to block LH/FSH from pituitary and inhibit ovulation
P: dec motility/implantation
E: cycle control, dec break through bleeds
Why do CHCs have <35mcg of estrogen and modified progestin
What are the pros/cons of 3rd Generation Progestins
What are the pros/cons of 4th Generation Progestins
E: Less risk for thromboembolism
P: Dec androgenic effects
Dec androgen/lipid profile effect
Inc risk of venous thrombosis
PMS Sxs- breast tenderness/bloat
HyperKa risk
? is the most popular reversible contraception method in US
What benefits do these most popular have
What risk do they carry
Oral CHC pills
Dec Ca risk w/out inc risk for breast Ca
Improve cycle irregularities
Dec PMDD Sxs
Blood clots
What are the 3 methods of initiating oral CHC pills
When are the embolism risks of CHCs the highest
What are the top 3 s/e reported when d/c oral contraceptives
First day: start on cycle day one w/out back up
Sunday: begin first Sunday after menses starts, no weekend withdrawal bleeding; back up x7d
Quick: start on day Rx is filled, back up x 7d
Inc 5x during pregnancy/post partum
Weight gain Irregular bleeding Nausea
Directions for use of Transdermal CHC
What risk do Transdermal CHCs have
What can cause this form to fail
Weekly application to arm, abdomen, torso (not breast)
1 patch x 3wks, one wk patch free w/ bleeding
Higher VTE risk than COCs
90kg or bigger
How is back up protection used when using transdermal CHCs
Directions for Transvaginal Rings
When is back up needed
Delayed in first week- reapply, back up x7d
Delayed in 2/3 week- <2d, no back up; >2d, back up x 7d
Detached <24hrs: replace same patch, no back up
Detached >24hrs: new patch on new day, back up x 7days
3wks in, 1wk out w/ refrigeration required
Day 1 start- no back up
Day 2-5 start- back up x7days
Falls out and replaced <3hrs- no back up
Falls out and replaced >3hrs- back up x 7d
? is the only requirement prior to starting CHCs
How are diaphragms used for contraception
? form of contraception has a higher failure rate than diaphragms
What risk do spermicides carry
Document BP
Insert 6hrs prior, left in place x 6hrs
Cervical caps
Inc risk for HIV/STI transmission
What are the three fertility awareness methods
Standard Day: avoid sex on day 8-19 of cycle; only effective if cycles q26-32 days
Cervical mucus:
Billings Method: no intercourse from menses-4d after slippery mucus identified
Two day Method: sex is safe if no mucus is noted on day of/prior to intercourse
Symptothermal: mucus and body temp measured; requires 12-17d of abstinence/month
Plan B emergency contraception needs to be taken within ? hrs
How long after vasectomy until father is “safe”
How long after miscarriage/abortion for ovulation to return
Medical options for early termination of pregnancy in non-surgical Pts
Progestin only/COC: <72hrs
Progestin receptor modulator/antagonist: <120hrs (most efficient oral regimen)
Copper IUD inserted <120hrs (most effective)
3 months/20 orgasms
2wks
Mifepristone, Methotrexate- day one
Misoprostol- day three
When are Leopolds maneuvers started
What are the four parts of the assessment
When is the fetus considered to be ‘engaged’ in labor
Can begin at 28wks,
Typically at 35-36wks
1st: What part occupies the fundus
2nd: What side is the back on
3rd: What is the presenting part
4th: Is it brow or occiput
Biparietal diameter (greatest transverse diameter in occiput presentation) passes through pelvic inlet
What are the 3 types of breech presentation
What pelvic diameters are suggested prior to attempting vaginal delivery
If fetus is found to be breech, ? maneuver can be attempted and w/ ? potential adverse outcomes
Frank: hip flexion, knee extension
Complete: hip flexion, knee flexed
Incomplete breech: one of both hips unflexed
AP 10.5cm or >
Inlet transverse 12cm or >
Midpelvic interspinous 10cm or >
External cephalic version, 36-37wks;
39wks w/ epidural; failure= C-section
ROM Abruption Delivery
What are the 4 phases of labor
What happens during each phase
The Three Stages of Labor occur during ? phase of labor
1: Quiescence, preludes parturition
2: Activation, preparation for labor
3: Stimulation, process of labor
4: Involution, parturient recovery
1: cervical softening
2: cervical ripening, uterus prepares for labor
3: contraction, dilation, expulsion
4: involution, repair, breast feeding
Phase 3- stimulation
Phase 1 of Labor
Phase 2 of Labor
Phase 3 of Labor
Phase 4 of Labor
Prelude to Parturition:
Changes at 36-38wks:
Myometrial relaxation, cervical softening
Preparation for Parturition:
Uterus activation/Cervical ripening/Isthmus formation
Head descends to pelvic inlet (baby dropped)
Parturition; Active Labor:
Stage 1: Effacement, Dilation
Stage 2: Descent
Stage 3: Placenta delivery
Recovery from Parturition/Puerperium:
Uterine involution/contractions
Lactogenesis
What is the sequence of labor onset
How does the timing between contractions help identify the stage of labor
Contractions normally last ? long and are every ? time
What are the hypotheses of why there pain associated w/ labor contractions
Prodromal/False to Latent to Active
Latent- 10min apart
Active: 3-5min apart
Avg: 60 sec long, 5/< in 10min averaged over 30min
Myometrium hypoxia
Nerve ganglia contractions
Cervical/peritoneum stretching
Stage 1 of Labor
Stage 2 of Labor
Stage 3 of Labor
Clinical onset:
Latent- dilation, not admitted unless 3-4cm dilated/ROM
Active- >5cm dilated, 4-6hrs until delivery
Fetal Descent: complete dilation until delivery
Placental delivery, usually <30min
>60min= problem
When are mothers at highest risk for developing post-partum hemorrhage
What are the names of the two labor curves
How much cervical dilation is expected for Pimips/Multips
What are the indications for administering oxytocin during labor
Most: first hour
Risk remains for 6hrs after delivery
Friedman and Zhang
Prim: 1.2cm/hr
Multi: 1.5cm/hr
No dilation at 1cm/hr in first stage or,
No descent for 1hr in second stage
What is assessed during a cervical check
Define Precipitous Labor and Delivery
What underlying Hx is seen w/ these types of deliveries
Dilation Effacement Station Position
Deliveries <3hrs
Cocaine abuse
Define Labor Dystocia
What are 4 potential components causing this issue
? is the MC cause of dystocia and subsequent c-section
Dysfunctional labor; too slow
Fetal abnormalities
Abnormal forces
Bony abnormalities
Soft tissue abnormalities
Cephalopelvic disproportion from malposition
What are the 4 P’s of Labor Dystocia causes
Average Latent Phase is ?hrs but factors affecting this time include ?
When is latent phase of labor considered to be prolonged
Power: 200 Montevideo units per IUPC x2hrs
Passage
Passenger
Pysche- only applies to 2nd stage
6-8hrs
Nulli/Primipara: >20hrs
Multipara: >14hrs
What is protraction dystocia defined as
What is arrest defined as
What is the next step after inadequate cervical changes have occured x 2hrs and dystocia is suspected
Null: <1.2cm dilation, <1cm descent/hr
Multi: <1.5cm dilation, <2cm descent/hr
Dilatation: 2hrs w/out cervical changes
Descent: 1hr w/out fetal descent
AROM: amniotomy
Oxytocin augmentation if <200 MV units x10min
No/little change- place intrauterine monitor
What is the best method to document fetal maturity
Define Montevideo unit
Cervical ripening uses ? scoring system
First trimester US
Sum of contraction amplitudes in 10min period; 200 is enough for labor
Bishop;
4 or less: unfavorable, indication for ripening
9- high likelihood for successful induction
Define Labor Induction
Define Labor Augmentation
When can weekly membrane stripping be started for induction
Stimulation of contraction before spontaneous onset; includes ripening
Enhanced spontaneous contractions that are inadequate d/t failed dilation/descent
37wks
What prostaglandins can be used for cervical ripening
Ripening agents are only useful if ?
? is the only FDA approved drug for induction/augmentation
E1: Misoprostol
E2: Cervidil and Prepidil
Active labor is NOT underway
Oxytocin- normally released from posterior pituitary d/t response of canal distention/mammary stimulation
Two precautions taken when performing amniotomy
Three indications for maternal induction
Two indications for maternal augmentation
Keep hand placed to r/o umbilical prolapse
No walking x 30min after to ensure head engagement
Pre-eclampsia DM Heart dz
Abnormal labor
Prolonged latent/active phase
? medication is the initial med used for un/favorable Bishop scores
NSAID MOA
ASA MOA
Un: Prostaglandins- initiate labor, maintain ductus
Fav: oxytocin
Inhibit phospholipase A2 converting ethanolamine into arachidonic acid
Inhibit arachidonic acid conversion to prostaglandins via cycloxygenase
Oxytocin can hyperstimulate the uterus which is defined as ?
This is also the first line drug for ?
When using Oxytocin and inc D-cels are noted, what are the next steps
Tachysystole: >5 contractions per 10min
Contractions w/in 1min of each other
Contraction lasting >2min
Post-partum hemorrhage
D/c med Put mother on left side Cervical exam r/o cord entrapment O2 Terbutaline- B-agonist tocolytic
Fetal HR is considered brady/tachy when
Define Minimal, Moderate and Marked variability
Definitions of Accelerations for <32 and >32wks EGA
Brady: <110, Tachy: >160
Min: 5 or less
Mod: 6-25bpm
Mark: >26 or more bpm
32wks: 15/15, <32wks: 10/10
>2min but <10min
10min or longer= baseline reset
Why are Fetal Scalp Electrodes and Intrauterine Pressure Catheters used and what requirement is needed prior to sue
What is the Tocodynamometer used for
? external fetal monitoring value is most reliable indicator of fetal well being
Must have ROM for use:
FSE: fetal HR based on R-R interval
IUPC: timing, duration and strength of contraction
Timing/duration of contraction via external monitors (no contraction strength measurement)
Variability, norm: 6-25bpm
Define VEAL CHOP
Which ones require intervention
? is the most frequent abnormal pattern seen w/ fetal monitoring and what is a severe classification of this MC
Variable decel: cord compression
Early decel: head compression
Accel: okay
Late decel: placental insufficiency
Variable, Late
Variable decels;
60 FHR decel x 60 sec
Absent/Minimal fetal variability can indicate ? issues are present
? lab result is reassuring after a fetal scalp blood sample is taken for HR tracing
How are non-reassuring FHR patterns managed
Acidosis, Hypoxemia
pH >7.25
D/c augmentation meds Put mother on L-side/all fours Cervical exam r/o cord entrapment O2, Fluids Elevate presenting part/Trendelenburg if pushing
Non-pharm pain management is most effective if used when
How long does Fentanyl, Morphine or Demerol last
What three sedatives can be used but only for ?
First stage
F: 20-60min
M: 1-2hrs
D: 4-6hrs
False labor;
Promethazine Hydroxyzine Zolpidem
Uterus is innervated by ? nerves
? is the procedure of choice for regional analgesia but w/ ? adverse reactions
What are two other forms of regional analgesia used
What is the risk of general anesthesia
T10-L1: body
S2-4: canal/cervix
Lumbar epidural: Bupivicaine w/ Fentanyl adjacent to canal; Prolonged 2nd stage, fever HA
Spinal: anesthesia into canal, causes HAs
Pudendal: only relieves perineal pain for 2nd stage
Uterine atony
What are the seven cardinal movements of labor
Every Darn Fool In Egypt EatsRaw Eggs
Engagement
Descent
Flexion- descending head meets resistance
Internal rotation- occiput moves to pubic symphisis
Extension- therwise posterior perineum would be impinged; uterine contraction exerts Posterior then Anterior force
External rotation (restitution)- occiput rotates to left ischial tuberosity (right to right)
Expulsion
Define Caput Succedaneum
Define Cephalohematoma
Define Subgaleal hemorrhage
Boggy head that crosses sutures
Boggy head that doesn’t cross sutures, associated w/ jaundice
Crosses sutures w/ jaundice/blood loss possibly requiring compression
Four indications for vaginal operative delivery w/ forcep/vacuum and w/ ? end benefit
Vacuum delivery systems attach to ? part of head
Normally how long for placental separation to occur
Prolonged 2nd stage
Breech- forcep only
Suspicion for fetal demise
Shortens 2nd stage for maternal benefit
Flexion point- 3cm anteriorly from posterior fontanelle, 6cm posterior from anterior fontanel
4-12min, longer in pre-terms
How is Chorioamnionitis Dx
How is this managed
? is a potential warning sign of fetal asphyxia
Fever >100.4 and two of: Foul/culture pos amniotic fluid Leukocytosis >15K Abdomen/fundal tenderness Tachycardia (maternal >100, fetal >160)
Induction (not C-section)
Broad spectrum ABX
Monitor postpartum for atony/hemorrhage
Meconium- vasovagal process secondary to contraction
4 RFs for shoulder dystocia
Should Dystocia management in order mnemonic
Which step has the highest individual success rate
5- remove posterior shoulder
Macrosomia Obesity DM Prior dystocia
HELPERR Help Evaluate for episiotomy Legs hyperflexed (McRoberts maneuver) Pressure, suprapubic Enter vagina for rotation (Rubin Reverse/Wood's Screw) Remove posterior arm Roll Pt onto all 4s (Gaskin maneuver)
Define Zavanelli Maneuver during shoulder dystocia
? is used only when surgical capabilities are not available
Two steps for managing cord prolapses
Replacing birthed head back into canal in anticipation for c-section
Symphysiotomy
Tocolytics, Stat C-section
What is the MCC of non-OB fetal demise
Mothers are observed for ? long after minor trauma to r/o abruptions and can only be d/c if ? criteria are met
? is the MCC of Abruptio Placentae and what is a common complication after this occurs
MVAs
4hrs; Contracting less than once q10min No vaginal bleeds No abdominal pain/tenderness Fetal HR reassuring No visible bruising
HTN; DIC
How does Abruptio Placentae present
What happens if blastocytes implant too low in uterine wall and how would it present if not caught on US
Intact coag system is not necessary to post-partum hemostasis unless ?
Vaginal bleeding w/ contractions
Uterine tenderness
Non-reassuring fetal HRs
Placenta previa- avoid vaginal deliveries:
Painless vaginal bleeding
Laceration of Perineum Uterus Birth canal
Criteria for post-partum hemorrhage
What are the 4 etiologies
How is blood loss estimated
Vaginal: >500mL C-section: >1L or S/Sxs of hypovolemia <24hrs of delivery
Atony Tissue Trauma Thrombin
500mL loss for every 3% HCT drop
Post-partum hemorrhage is clinically worse if occurring at ? time frame and d/t ?
What uterotonic agents can be used
How long are these used for before moving to surgical interventions
1-2wks post-partum d/t abnormal involution of placental site
Oxytocin- first line
Methergine- first line/IM only; not for HTN/Pre-Ecl
Carboprost- not for asthma, Card/Renal/Liver dz, seizure
Misoprostol- used for asthmatics, HTN
30min
Name of balloon used for tampony and ? type of fluid is used during resuscitation
Rapid blood infusion is done if Hct drops below ?
How is maternal shock monitored for
Bakri; Crystalloids
<25%
Urine output >30mL/hr
Preferred >50mL/hr
? is the “classic” hemorrhage disaster
Define Sheehan Syndrome
How does this syndrome present
Uterine inversion
Pituitary failure after hemorrhage induced ischemia/necrosis
Failed lactation Amenorrhea Breast atrophy Loss of secondary hair Adrenal cortex insufficiency
Start episiotomy in ? location using ? tool
What are the 4 degrees of tears that occur during birth
What gestation factors/risks increases w/ age and what three factors place Pts more susceptible for this risk
Midline w/ scissors
1st: skin
2nd: skin, SQ
3rd: skin, SQ, sphincter
4th: skin SQ sphincter and rectal mucosa
Twins, parity;
Mother’s FamHx, Nutrition, FSH
Define Superfetation
Define Superfecundation
What happens during TTT
Second conception in already pregnant woman;
Two embryos of different ages in same uterus
Fertilization of two ova in same menstrual cycle but not same coitus/male
Donor twin- anemic, growth restriction, oligohydramnios
Recipient twin- polycythemic, overloaded, hydrops, polyhydramnios
Define Threatened Abortion
Define Incomplete Abortion
Define Complete Abortion
Define Missed Abortion
Define Inevitable Abortion
Define Recurrent Abortion
Bleeding w/ closed os during first 20wks
Tissue remains in uterus
All products have been expelled
Non-viable products retained in uterus
PROM w/ open cervix and bleeding
Three or more losses <20wks or fetus <500g
80% or more of early pregnancy losses occur prior to ? mile marker
How are Spontaneous Abortions managed if TV-US is unclear
Majority of ectopic pregnancies occur in what two locations
12wks
Serial hCG-
Inc w/out intrauterine pregnancy= ectopic
Dec w/out intrauterine pregnancy= complete abortion
Ampulla then Isthmic
What are the Triad Sxs of Ectopic pregnancy
What will be seen on PE
What time frame is an intrauterine sac, yolk sac and fetal pole detectable on US
Spotting/bleeding Amenorrhea Pain
PooP
Blood in Pouch of Douglas= posterior fornix bulge
Tender mass palpated next to uterus
Gestational sac: 4-5wks (1500hCG)
Yolk sac: 5-6wks (5200 hCG)
Fetal pole: 5.5-6wks (17500 hCG)
After Dx of unruptured extra-uterine pregnancy is made, what is the next step
Define Heterotopic Pregnancy
How are ectopic pregnancies medically managed and in ? populations
Laparotomy
IUP and ectopic pregnancy at same time
Methotrexate- targets rapidly proliferating tissue;
ASx Motivated Compliant
What are the three predictors of a good outcome of medical Tx of ectopic pregnancy w/ Methotrexate
What are 3 adverse effects of use
What is the difference between a Salpingostomy and Salpingectomy
Low hCG
Small pregnancy
No fetal cardiac activity
Marrow Mucosa Respiratory affected
Excreted in breast milk
Hepatotoxic
- ostomy: removal of unruptured pregnancy
- ectomy: removal of tube and pregnancy
Define Gestational Trophoblastic Dz and the two groups
? three populations are these higher in
What are the two RFs for development
Tumors of abnormal trophoblast proliferation;
Hydatidiform: +villi
Non-molar trophoblastic malignant neoplasm: -villi
Asian Hispanic American indian
Extreme age (>40= 10x risk) Prior hydatidiform mole
Define Complete Molar Pregnancy
What will hCG levels be at and w/ association to ?
What will Pt present w/ as c/c
Empty ovum w/ no maternal chromosomes, 46XX
> 100K, Theca Lutein cysts
1st trimester bleeding
Hyperemesis gravidum
Pre-Eclampsia
Define Partial Molar Pregnancy
What Pt education goes w/ Dx
Gestational Trophoblastic Neoplasias almost always develop after ?
Fertilized ovum by two sperm= 69XXX/XXY
Nonviable embryo present
Lower risk for subsequent trophoblastic neoplasias
Pregnancy: Hydatidiform > miscarriage
What are the four groups of Gestational Trophoblastic Neoplasias
Placental site trophoblastic tumor: chemo resistant
Invasive: MC after hydatidiform mole, less metastatic
Epitheloid: low hCG, chemo resistant and commonly mets
Choriocarcinoma: MC after SAB/term pregnancy; can mets and associated w/ ovarian theca lutein cysts
What is the MC presentation of Gestational Trophoblastic Neoplasia
? Dx/finding is pathognomonic for a molar pregnancy
How are Hydatidiform Moles Tx
How are Gestational Trophoblastic Neoplasia Tx
Irregular bleeding w/ uterine subinvolution
Pre-E/E developing <20wks w/out MedHx chronic HTN
Dnc
Serial hCG q1-2wks until undetectable
Then monthly surveillance x 6mon
Chemo alone, pregnancy avoidance x 12mon
Hysterectomy if chemo resistant
What f/u step is taken for pregnancies that follow Hydatidiform/GTN Tx
? affect do hydatidiform moles have on fertility
? is the MC fetal hematologic abnormality and three other causes
Serum hCG checked at 6wk PP f/u
None
MC: RBC alloimmunization
Parvovirus B19
Fetomaternal hemorrhage
a-Thalassemia
How fetal anemia abnormalities be detected on US
How does Rh-D alloimmunization occur
? fetal heart rate pattern suggest possible fetomaternal hemorrhage and needs ? further eval
Middle cerebral artery peak systolic velocity
Rh-D neg mother develops anti-D Abs from Rh-D pos fetus
Sinusoidal pattern;
Kleihauer Betke test: quant test for fetal RBCs in maternal circulation
Fetal transfusion is needed at ? Hct %
Hydrops has developed if Hct is under ? %
? is the target Hct for nonhydropic fetus
<30%
<15%
40-50%
? is the MCC of severe thrombocytopenia among term newborns
How will this MCC present in neonates
How is it Tx
Alloimmune thrombocytopenia: maternal alloimmunization to fetal platelet Ags, Abs cross placenta
Unexpected thrombocytopenia, petechiae or intracranial hemorrhage
IVIG steroids and C-section at/near term
What happens in RBC alloimmunization
What happens in Fetal Thrombocytopenia
Define Immune Thrombocytopenia and when is Tx indicated
Maternal ABs cross placenta to destroy fetal RBCs
Maternal antiplatelet Abs cross placenta into fetus
Maternal autoimmune d/o causing fetal thrombocytopenia but w/out hemorrhage risk at delivery
Maternal platelets <30K w/ CCS or IVIG
No response= splenectomy