Adolescent Chronic Pelvic Pain - 15/08/11
Address correspondence to: Arnold P. Advincula, MD, Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology, University of Michigan Medical Center, L 4000 Women’s Hospital, 1500 East Medical Center Drive, Ann Arbor, MI 48109Abstract |
The presentation of chronic pelvic pain in the adolescent can at times be quite daunting. A careful and insightful approach to obtaining the history and physical examination must be implemented while maintaining an appreciation of the various stages of adolescent development. The etiologies can range from gynecologic to nongynecologic causes. The ability to render an early diagnosis and appropriate treatment in this population of patients can significantly improve future reproductive health outcomes. The following minireview will outline a systematic approach to the adolescent with chronic pelvic pain.
Le texte complet de cet article est disponible en PDF.Key Words : Adolescent gynecology, Chronic pelvic pain, Endometriosis, Dysmenorrhea
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Vol 18 - N° 6
P. 371-377 - décembre 2005 Retour au numéro
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