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What are indications for pelvic examination?

A

To assess pathology related to external genitalia, vaginal walls, cervix, uterus and adnexa

To perform e.g. high vaginal or endocervical swabs, cervical cytology, insertion of IUCD

In labour to assess dilatation of cervix, rupture of membranes and to assess progress in labour

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Relative contraindications to bimanual/vaginal,speculum examination?

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  • Virgo intacta, painful conditions e.g. abscess, herpes
  • Anatomical distortion e.g. female genital mutilation, lichen sclerosis, surgery
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Absolute contraindication in Vaginal Speculum Examination?

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Antepartum haemorrhage due to Placenta Praevia

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What is the normal position of the uterus?

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Anterverted Anteflexed

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