Abnormal vaginal bleeding

The complaint of abnormal vaginal bleeding in a non‐pregnant patient is not a common presentation to a general ED. However, the bleeding may in itself be significant or it may be a harbinger of serious underlying pathology. A systematic approach to diagnosis is required. An initial approach to vagin...

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Published in:Emergency medicine (Fremantle, W.A.) W.A.), 2003-06, Vol.15 (3), p.215-218
Main Author: Bryan, Sheila
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Emergency Medical Services
Endometrial Neoplasms - complications
Endometritis - complications
Female
Humans
Leiomyoma - complications
Menorrhagia
uterine bleeding
Uterine Hemorrhage - diagnosis
Uterine Hemorrhage - etiology
vaginal bleeding
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Summary:The complaint of abnormal vaginal bleeding in a non‐pregnant patient is not a common presentation to a general ED. However, the bleeding may in itself be significant or it may be a harbinger of serious underlying pathology. A systematic approach to diagnosis is required. An initial approach to vaginal bleeding can be to categorize the bleeding by the anatomical site. This article discusses some of the common causes of upper tract or uterine bleeding and outlines the basic approach to diagnosis and management.
ISSN:1035-6851
1442-2026
DOI:10.1046/j.1442-2026.2003.00461.x