pelvic examination
Internal reproductive assessment
A pelvic examination is a medical procedure in which a healthcare provider visually and manually inspects the female reproductive organs—vulva, vagina, cervix, uterus, and ovaries.
The exam typically involves a speculum to view the cervix and a bimanual examination with gloved fingers.
Pelvic exams screen for infections, cancer, and other conditions: She scheduled her annual pelvic examination.
- patient comfortEasing medical stay distress
- deep breathThorough filling of lungs
- privacy curtainFabric partition for concealment
- patient gownMedical exam garment
- speculumMedical opening device
lithotomy position · warm hands · informed consent · uterus · menstrual cycle · ovaries · prenatal care · emotional support · gloves · Pap smear · laparoscopy · cervix · colposcopy · cotton swabs · cultural sensitivity · vagina · bladder · rectum
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Diagnostic fluid analysis
MRI · X-ray · CT scan · genetic test · blood draw
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