Pelvic Exam

GPTKB entity

Statements (28)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instanceOf medical procedure
gptkbp:alternativeTo Pelvic ultrasound
gptkbp:contraindication Active vaginal bleeding (sometimes)
gptkbp:cookingMethod Empty bladder
gptkbp:detects gptkb:Cancers
Infections
Fibroids
Ovarian cysts
gptkbp:frequency Annually or as recommended
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Pelvic Exam
gptkbp:includes Bimanual examination
Inspection of vulva
Speculum examination
gptkbp:mayInclude gptkb:Pap_smear
gptkbp:performedAt Women
gptkbp:performedBy gptkb:Gynecologist
gptkb:Primary_Care_Physician
gptkbp:purpose Assess reproductive organs
Evaluate pelvic pain
Screen for gynecological diseases
gptkbp:relatedTo gptkb:Pap_test
Bimanual exam
Speculum exam
gptkbp:riskFactor Emotional distress
Mild discomfort
Spotting
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Gynecology_Department
gptkbp:bfsLayer 7