The gynecologic examination is a critical component of comprehensive women’s healthcare. The pelvic exam traditionally includes a careful inspection of the external genitalia and a speculum and bimanual exam to assess the internal genitalia. Under some circumstances, a rectovaginal examination may also be appropriate to better characterize the posterior pelvis. The gynecologic pelvic examination serves as a critical diagnostic tool, enabling healthcare providers to assess and diagnose a wide spectrum of gynecological conditions, including abnormal bleeding or discharge, pelvic pain, sexually transmitted infections (STIs), benign or malignant tumors, cysts, and anatomic abnormalities. Additionally, the exam is an important component of routine obstetric evaluations.An appropriate exam can help identify abnormalities, assess patients before performing procedures (eg, intrauterine device insertion), monitor women during their reproductive years, and ultimately improve outcomes. This activity describes the indications, contraindications, and techniques for performing a gynecologic pelvic exam and highlights the role of the interprofessional team in caring for patients undergoing this assessment.
- Provider:StatPearls, LLC
- Activity Link: https://www.statpearls.com/ArticleLibrary/viewarticle/22469
- Start Date: 2023-09-01 05:00:00
- End Date: 2023-09-01 05:00:00
- Credit Details: AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™️: 1.0 hours
Nursing: 1.0 hours
Pharmacy: 1.0 hours - MOC Credit Details: ABS - 1.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Accredited CME (ABS)
ABPATH - 1.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Lifelong Learning (ABPATH)
ABIM - 1.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Medical Knowledge (ABIM)
ABS - 1.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Self-Assessment (ABS)
ABP - 1.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Lifelong Learning and Self-Assessment (ABP) - Commercial Support: No
- Activity Type: Enduring Material
- CME Finder Type: Online Learning
- Fee to Participate: Variable
- Measured Outcome: Learner Knowledge, Learner/Team Competence
- Provider Ship: Directly Provided
- Registration: Open to all
- Specialty: Adolescent Medicine, All Practice Areas (e.g. ethics), General Pediatrics, General Surgery, Geriatric Medicine, Hospital Medicine, Internal Medicine, Pediatric Emergency Medicine