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Summer Clin Med FINAL Exam
Geriatrics and OBGYN
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Medical
Graduate
07/18/2012

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Term
treatment of chlamydia
Definition

azythromycin 1 g PO single dose

OR

doxycycline 100 mg PO BID x 7 days

Term
treatment of gonorrhea
Definition

ceftriaxone 250 mg IM single dose (#1)

OR

Cefixime 400 mg PO single dose

OR

cephalosporin single dose IM PLUS azithromycin 1 g PO single dose OR doxy 100 mg PO BID x 7days (this combo technically covers chlamydia and gonorrhea)

Term
when should empiric therapy be initiated in a female pt if suspicious of PID
Definition

empiric therapy should be initiated in sexually active women if they experience pelvic or lower abdominal pain, if no other cause of illness other than PID can be identified, and if one or more of the following minimum criteria are present on exam:  

cervical motion tenderness OR uterine OR adnexal tenderness

Term
what additional criteria can be used to enhance the specificity of minimun criteria (cervical motion tenderness or uterine or adnexal tenderness) and support dx of PID
Definition

oral temp > 100 F

abnml cervical or vaginal mucopurulent d/c

abundant #a of WBCs on vaginal saline microscopy

elevated CRP or sed rate

lab documentation of GC or chlamydia infection

Term
when is hospitalization indicated for the treatment of PID
Definition

surgical emergency cannot be excluded (appendicitis)

pt cannot tolerate oral meds

pt does not respond to oral meds

pt is pregnant

pt has severe illness (N/V, high fever)

pt has tubo-ovarian abscess

Term
hospitalized treatment of PID
Definition

cefotetan 2 g IV Q 12 hrs  OR  Cefoitin 2 g IV q 6 hrs PLUS doxycycline 100 mg PO or IV Q 12 hrs

 

clindamycin 900 mg IV Q 8 hrs PLUS Gentamicin IV or IM (loading doses and based on weight)

 

*the lecture notes do not say if those two lines are an either/or type thing or if both are required

Term
oral/in-the-office treatment of PID
Definition

ceftriaxone 250 mg IM single dose PLUS doxy 100 mg PO BID x 14 days w/ or w/o metronidazole 500 mg PO BID x 14 days  (most common)

OR

cefoxitin 2 g IM single dose / probenecid 1 g PO concurrently single dose PLUS doxy BID x 14 days w/ or w/o metro BID x 14 days

 

*there are others, just to be aware, but didn't add them*

 

f/u w/in 3 days of initiating oral tx

Term
treatment of trichomonas
Definition

metrinidazole 2 g PO single dose

OR

tinidazole 2 g PO single dose

 

alternate: metronidazole 500 mg PO BID x 7 days

Term
treatment of first episode of herpes genitalis
Definition

acyclovir 400 mg PO TID or QID x 7 - 10 days

OR

famciclovir 250 mg PO TID x 7 - 10 days

OR

valacyclovir 1 g PO BID x 7 - 10 days

Term
treatment of recurrent outbreak of herpes genitalis
Definition

acyclovir 400 mg PO TID x 5 days OR 800 mg PO BID x 5 days OR 800 mg PO TID x 2 days

OR

famcyclovir 125 mg PO BID x 5 days or 1 g PO BID x 1 day

OR

valacyclovir 500 mg BID x 3 days or 1 g PO QD x 5 days

Term
suppressive therapy for herpes genitalis
Definition

acyclovir 400 mg PO BID

OR

famciclovir 250 mg PO BID

OR

valacyclovir 500 - 1000 mg PO QD

Term
treatment of chancroid
Definition

azithromycin 1 g PO single dose

OR

ceftriaxone 250 mg IM single dose

OR

erythromycin 500 mg PO TID x 7 days

OR

cipro 500 mg PO BID x 3 days

Term
treatment of granuloma inguinale
Definition

doxycycline 100 mg PO BID (recommended)

OR

azithromycin 1 g PO once weekly

OR

cipro 750 mg PO BID

 

3 weeks duration or until all lesions have healed

Term
treatment of lymphogranuloma venereum
Definition

doxycycline 100 mg PO BID x 21 days (recommended)

OR

erythromycin 500 mg PO QID x 21 days

Term

treatment of primary, secondary, and early latent syphilis


treatment of late latent syphilis


treatment of neurosyphilis

Definition

benzathine penicillin G 2.4 million units IM single dose


benzathine penicillin G 2.4 million units IM x 3 @ 7 day intervals


aqueous penicillin G 18 - 24 million units IV once daily (3-4 million units Q 4 hrs or continuous) for 10 - 14 days

 

 

Term
treatment of toxic shock syndrome
Definition

rapid rehydration

antistaph drugs

manage kidney or heart failure

addressing sources of toxins (removal or tampon or draining abscess)

Term
treatment of human papilloma virus - provider applied
Definition

cryotherapy - two cycles every 2 - 4 weeks for several visits

podophyllum resin - paint each wart q 2 - 3 weeks

trichloroacetic acid and bichloroacetic acid - weekly

surgical removal

Term
treatment of human papilloma virus - pt applied
Definition

podofilox 0.5% sol or gel - inexpensive (usually given during provider tx of podophyllum resin)

imiquimod 5% cream - immune enhancer

Term
treatment of molluscum contagiosum
Definition

best tx is by curettage or applications of liquid nitrogen

ligh electrosurgery w/a fine needle is also effective

Term
therapeutic uses of OCs
Definition

dysfunctional uterine bleeding

dysmenorrhea

endometriosis and adenomyosis

PCOS

acne

ovarian dysgenesis, turner's

premature menopause

menopause

blood dyscrasia

Term
in what layer of the skin is implanon/nexplanon is placed and how long does it release hormones
Definition

implanted subcutaneously in the upper arm

releases progestin for 3 years

Term
which form of birth control is recommened for women who use medications that increase hepatic clearance of sex hormones
Definition
depo provera - a three month IM injection of progestin only
Term
what type of birth control can be used in smoking women or women w/a hx or thrombosis
Definition

progestin only methods of birth control

(mini pill, depo, implanon/nexplanon)

Term
contraindications to an IUD
Definition

lack of monogamy, high risk for STIs

abnormal uterine bleeding

current pelvic infection (GC, chlamydia)

actinomyces on pap

pregnancy

wilson's dz, copper allergy - don't use paragard (can use mirena)

Term
if a combination hormone birth control pill is started midcycle, back up protection must be used for how long?
Definition
if combo hormone pills are started mid-cycle, must use back up method for first month
Term
absolute contraindications to birth control pills
Definition

venous thrombosis

coronary vascular dz

CVA

current pregnancy

breast CA w/in last 5 years

endometrial CA

hepatic tumor or abnormal liver function

unexplained abnormal uterine bleeding

age > 35 + smoking

uncontrolled HTN

hx of melanoma

Term
relative contraindications to birth control pills
Definition

complicated, prolong DM

estrogen dependent neoplasms

depression

severe varicose veins

hypertriglyceridemia

Term
when should emergency contraception be administered
Definition
should be given w/in 72 hours, most effective if w/in 12 hours
Term
what is the drug given for emergency contraception
Definition
levonorgestral - either one dose or two doses given 12 hours apart
Term
a male is not sterile until how many ejaculations after a vasectomy
Definition
a male becomes sterile after a vasectomy after 6 - 10 ejaculations
Term
at what gestational age is an induced abortion considered the most safe
Definition

an induced abortion in the first trimester is relatively safe

safest if performed at 8 weeks or sooner

Term
if a woman is 12 weeks pregnant or less, what is the safest and most effective method of an induced abortion (and the most widely used method in the US)
Definition
suction curettage
Term
what type of induced abortion is available for a pt that is less than 49 days pregnant (7 weeks)
Definition

medical abortion is an option w/in the first 49 days

 

oral antiprogestin (RU-486) followed by oral misoprostol 48 hours later

or

oral methotrexate followed by vaginal misoprostol 3 - 7 days later

Term
what are the three different possible induced abortion options that are available for a pt in their second trimester
Definition

intra-amniotic instillation of hypertonic NaCl (or hyperosmolar urea w/oxytocin or prostaglandin, or PG alone)

OR

vaginal prostaglandin

OR

dilation and evacuation (modified suction curettage)

Term
treatment of candidiasis
Definition

topical vaginal antifungal preparations (OTC or Rx)

oral diflucan (fluconazole) 150 mg PO x 1 - repeat dose after 3 days if symptoms persist

if severe inflammation - combo azole and steroid

Term

treatment of recurrent candidiasis

(4 or more episodes in 1 year)

Definition
azole x 2 - 3 weeks
Term
treatment of bacterial vaginosis
Definition

metronidazole (flagyl) 500 mg BID x 7 days

OR

metrogel .75% 1 applicator qhs x 5 days

OR

clindamycin crm 2% 1 app qhs x 7 days

Term
treatment of recurrent BV
Definition
after completion of recommended regimen, metro gel twice weekly x 4 - 6 months
Term
treatment of BV in pregnancy
Definition

metro 500 mg PO BID x 7 days

OR

metro 250 mg PO TID x 7 days

OR

clindamycin 300 mg PO BID x 7 days

Term
treatment of atrophic vaginitis
Definition

intravaginal estrogen

1/3 can get absorbed systemically, so it may be contraindicated in women w/hx of breast or endometrial cancer

Term
treatment of leiomyoma of the uterus (fibroids)
Definition

GnRH agonists - limit growth

myomectomy - preserved fertility

hysteretomy

uterine fibroid emolization - recurrence less than w/myomectomy

endometrial ablation, myolysis, laparoscopic uterine artery occlusion, MR guided focused US surgery

Term
treatment of adenomyosis
Definition

hysterectomy w/ or w/o oophorectomy

hormonal therapy w/GnRH agonists

Term
treatment of endometrial polyps
Definition
hysterectomy is gold standard for diagnosis and treatment
Term
treatment of PCOS
Definition

OCP

for infertility, clomid is effective

metformin may improve fertility rates

weight loss, diet, exercise - help w/insulin resistance

Term
treatment of endometriosis
Definition

progestins

oral contraceptives (COCs) - most commonly prescribed therapy

GnRH agonists - inhibits the pulsatile GnRH release to induce anovulation

Term
treatment of pelvic organ prolapse
Definition

pelvic floor strengthening exercises/PT

pessary use

surgery

Term
progesterone/progestin treatment of abnormal uterine bleeding
Definition

medroxyprogesterone acetate 5 - 10 mg / day for 10 - 14 days/month

medroxyprogesterone acetate 150 mg IM depo

norethindrone 5 - 20 mg/day

mirena IUD

Term
estrogen treatment of abnormal uterine bleeding
Definition

premarin 25 mg IV q 4 - 6 hrs until bleeding stops or for 24 hours

conjugated estrogens 1.25 - 2.5 mg or 2 mg estradiol PO q 6 hrs until bleeding controlled

1 - 2 mg estradiol QD for 7 - 10 days

Term
combined estrogen/progestin treatment of abnormal uterine bleeding
Definition

combo oral contraceptive pills

varied doses of estrogen dependent on cause of bleeding

monophasic less breakthrough bleeding

consider continuous use of combo OCPs

Term
diagnosis of premenstrual syndrome
Definition

history and symptom diaries

 

consider ruling out thyroid disease, anemia conditions

Term

treatment of premenstrual syndrome

non-pharm and pharm

Definition

nonpharm: increase Ca, limit caffeine/alcohol, increase complex carbs, Mg, Vit B6, Vit E

pharm: NSAIDs, spironolactone, SSRIs, hormonal (ovulation suppression

Term
treatment of dysmenorrhea
Definition

NSAIDs (consider narcotics)

heat pads

ibuprofen (400 - 800 mg PO Q 6 hrn PRN) naproxen 500 mg or naproxen sodium 550 mg PO q 12 hrs PRN

oral contraceptives - consider continuous use OCPs

consider surgical options is medical management fails and childbearing complete

Term
work up of postmenopausal bleeding
Definition

transvaginal US - endometrial stripe < 4 mm, no need for biopsy

can consider endometrial biopsy

 

both can be done at the same time (clinical preference)

or is endometrial stripe is not able to be evaluaed (ex - fibroids) can then do further eval with a biopsy

Term
what is the MCC of secondary amenorrhea
Definition
pregnancy
Term
besides pregnancy what are the other possible causes of secondary amenorrhea
Definition

hypothalamic amenorrhea:

GnRH deficiency, female athletes, eating d/o's

 

pituitary amenorrhea:

hyperprolactinemia, pituitary destruction

 

ovarian amenorrhea:

menopause, premaure failure, anovulation (PCOS)

Term
what is the most common endocrine d/o in women of reproductive age
Definition

PCOS

(aka Stein-Leventhal Syndrome)

Term

what helps confirm the diagnosis of PCOS

(what ancillary study supports the typicaly physical findings?)

Definition

US findings of 10+ cystic follicles between 2 - 8 mm ("string of pearls")

increased LH levels

elevated DHEAS levels

Term
treatment of PCOS
Definition

metformin for pt's insulin resistance

OCPs or progesterone for acne and hirsutism and w/drawal bleeds

spironolactone - blocks androgen receptors

lipid lowering agents as appropriate

weight loss

surgery (oophorectomy, hysterectomy) for high CA risk pts

Term

treatment of sertoli-leydig cell tumors

(ovarian cause of hirsutism)

Definition

total ABD hysterectomy w/bilateral salpingo-oophorectomy (those who don't want to get pregnant)

 

unilateral oophorectomy (for those desiring to get pregnant)

Term

treatment of metastatic or recurrent sertoli-leydig cell tumors

(ovarian cause of hirsutism)

Definition
platinum based chemotherapy
Term
evaluation of male partners when trying to determine cause of infertility
Definition

semen analysis (abstain for ejaculation for 2 - 3 days before) to check for sperm count and motility

if abnormal, repeat in a few weeks

 

anotomical abnormalities

 

sperm penetration assay

Term
evaluation of female partners when trying to determine cause of infertility
Definition

confirm ovulation w/serum progesterone assay (during luteal phase)

(looking for ovulatory factors - PCOS/anovulation, endometriosis)

 

pelvic exam - r/o abnormalities (PID, tubal pregnancies, DES exposure, fibroids)

 

hysterosalpingogram - assess tubal patency

 

laparoscopy

Term
treatment of male factors that result in infertility
Definition

treat underlying causes (hypothyroidism,etc)

 

surgically correct varicoceles if present

 

ICIS (intracytoplasmic sperm injection into cytoplasm of oocyte)

 

use donor sperm

Term
treatment of female factors that result in infertility
Definition

ovulation induction w/ovarian stimulant clomiphene citrate (clomid)

 

direct stimulation of ovary w/ human menopausal gonadotropin (hMG)

(ovary must be functional though)

 

tubal surgery if tubal disease present

 

artificial insemination

 

IVF

 

GIFT

Term
fetal heart tones can be heard as early as when, and at a rate of what?
Definition

as early as 10 weeks w/fetal dopper

w/fetoscope, heard at 20 weeks

 

with a normal rate of 120 - 160 bpm

Term
what is the most accurate way to determine gestational age
Definition

TVUS in early pregnancy (5 - 13 weeks) 

measuring the crown to rump length

Term

uterus is palpable where at:

8 weeks

12 weeks

16 weeks

20 weeks

Definition

8 weeks: at pubic symphysis

12 weeks: in the ABD

16 weeks: at midpoint b/t symphysis and umbilicus

20 weeks: at the umbilicus

Term
diagnosis of a fetal death in early pregnancy
Definition

by US - failure to visualize a fetal pole w/cardiac activity at the appropriate gestational age

 

serial serum beta-hCG levels may be helpful

Term
diagnosis of a fetal death in late pregnancy
Definition

first sign typically detected by mom - absence of fetal movement

 

absence of FHT by doppler

 

then real-time US virtually 100% accurate in determining absence of fetal heart motion

Term

acceptable weight gain during pregnancy, in a pt w/normal BMI pre-pregnancy


acceptable weight gain in a pt w/obese BMI pre-pregnancy

Definition

normal BMI: up to 25 lbs

 

obese BMI: 10 - 15 lbs

Term
additional calorie intake per day during pregnancy
Definition
only additional 300 cal per day during pregnancy
Term
absolute contraindications to exercise during pregnancy
Definition

hemodynamically significant heart dz

restrictive lung dz

incompetent cervix/cerclage

multifetal gestation at risk for PTL

persistent bleeding in 2nd and 3rd trimesters

placenta previa after 26 weeks

PTL in current pregnancy

ruptured membranes

pre-eclampsia or pregnancy induced HTN

Term
relative contraindications to exercise during pregnancy
Definition

severe anemia

unevaluated maternal cardiac arrhythmia

chronic bronchitis

poorly controlled T1 DM

extereme morbid obesity

extreme underweight (BMI < 12)

hx of extremely sedentary lifestyle

FGR in current pregnancy

poorly controlled HTN

orthopedic limitations

poorly controlled seizure d/o or hyperthyroidism

Term

how many prenatal visits during 0 - 32 weeks


between 32 - 36 weeks


36+ weeks

Definition

0 - 32 weeks: prenatal visit every 4 weeks


32 - 36 weeks: every 2 weeks


36+ weeks: weekly

 

 

 

Term

when is the 1 hr GTT test performed


triple or quad screening


CVS or Amnio


grop b strep swam

Definition

1 hr GTT: 24 - 28 weeks


triple or quad: 16 - 18 weeks +/- fetal survery


CVS/amnio: 16 - 20 weeks (correlate w/quad screening)


group b strep: 35 - 37 weeks

 

 

 

Term

treatment of URI in pregnancy


treatment of UTI

Definition

PCNs generally well accepted


macrobid (but if pt has gone to pyelonephritis, can no longer use macrobid)

 

Term

treatment of candidiasis in pregnancy


bacterial vaginosis


trichomoniasis

Definition

candidiasis:

topical miconazole or nystatin suppositories


BV:

oral clindamycin or metronidazole


trich:

metronidazole

 

 

Term

treatment of chlamydia in pregnancy


gonorrhea


HSV


syphilis


HIV 

Definition

chlamydia:

erythromycine or single dose of azithromycin


GC:

ceftriaxone


HSV:

topical acyclovir to reduce symptoms

oral acyclovir for recurrent outbreaks


syphilis:

PCN, w/monthly seroligic testing to assess tx response


HIV:

highly active anti-retroviral therapy; intrapartum infusion of AZT

 

 

 

 

Term
when is a c-section indicated for a pregnanct HIV pt
Definition
c-section only for pt with high viral load (> 1000 copies/mL)
Term
when is vaginal delivery safe for a pt with HSV
Definition

no lesion found at time of delivery 

no prodromal symptoms at time of delivery

 

if either of these are present - indications for c-sesction

Term
what is required prior to induction of labor
Definition

fetal maturity confirmation is required prior to induction:

exact pregnancy dating

first trimester US measurements

and/or

amniotic fluid analysis

Term
indications for induction of labor
Definition

pre-eclampsia

diabetes

heart disease

hx of fast labors

prolonged pregnancy

Rh incompatibility

fetal abnormality

chorioamnionitis

premature ROM

placental insufficiency

suspected IUGR

Term
contraindications to induction of labor
Definition

contracted pelvis

placenta previa

uterine scar from classical c-section (transverse scar is a precaution)

myomectomy entering endometrium

hysterotomy

unification surgery

transverse lie

Term
what are the different ways to cause cervical ripening (and eventually leading to induced labor)
Definition

prostaglandins for induction at term (misoprostol or dinoprostone, followed by oxytocin)

 

relaxin (80% ripen and 1/3 induce labor as well in 12 hrs)

 

balloon catheter (passed into endocervix, ripens in 8 - 12 hrs, leaves cervix dilated 2-3 cm)

 

hygroscopic dilators (laminaria tents placed in endocervix for 6 - 12 hrs)

Term
what are the different methods used to induce labor
Definition

oxytocin (pitocin) - the most effective means of labor induction

 

amniotomy (but not effective as SOLE means of induction in most pts)

Term
what is the most effective medical means of labor induction
Definition
oxytocin (pitocin) IV - very dilute solution
Term

station zero (in terms of labor) is at the level of what anatomical position (of the woman)


a negative station ("minus") is above or below station zero?


a positive station ("plus") is above or below station zero?

Definition

station zero is the level of the ischial spines


minus is above this level


plus is below this level

 

 

Term
what is done immediately post-delivery
Definition
clamping of the umbilical cord
Term
urgent emergent indications for c-section
Definition

presumed fetal compromise (cord prolapse, lack of fetal movement)

 

prolonged labor (poss dystocia, malpresentation, incompetent cervix)

 

maternal compromise (change in VS or LOC, seizure, placental abruption)

Term
elective indications for c-section
Definition

previous c-section

 

pathologic lie

 

fetal demise (twinning)

 

some multiples

 

possible macrosomia

Term
treatment of mastitis in a breastfeeding woman
Definition

typically caused by staph aureus

 

dicloxacillin empirically

 

should treat because 10% of these pts can progress to breast abscess

Term
treatment of breast abscess in breastfeeding woman
Definition

surgical drainage along langer lines

packing with gauze and daily dressing changes

some may heal w/simple aspiration

Term
contraindications to breastfeeding
Definition

women who use street drugs or do not control alcohol use

 

infant w/galactosemia

 

infections: HIV, active untreated TB, Hep B ok if baby given Hep B IVIG

 

medications secreted in breast milk

Term
drugs with reported breast milk problems
Definition

acebutolol

atenolol

pentasa

bromocriptine

ASA

ergotamine

lithium

phenobarbital

primidone

sulfasalazine

 

choose drugs w/lower half life, poorer oral absorption or lower lipid solubility

Term
which classification of diabetes is gestational DM and which is pre-existing DM
Definition

gestational DM: Class A

 

pre-existing DM: Class B and higher

Term
typically when is screening for gestationsl DM done
Definition

done at 24 - 28 weeks

 

done earlier if RFs for pre-existing DM:

prior GDM, prior macrosomic baby, maternal obesity, FHx of DM, PCOS

if pt has RFs, do it early, if that is neg, repeat at normal time (24 - 28 weeks)

Term
what is the diagnostic test for gestational DM
Definition

3 hour GTT - 100 g glucose load, fasting

checking serum glucose at:

fasting, 1 hour, 2 hours, 3 hours

Term
for a pt with DM (gestational or pre-existing) at what gestational age do you decide to deliver
Definition
deliver by 40 weeks for all DM pts
Term
labs to establish the diagnosis of pre-eclampsia
Definition

24 hour urine protein collection:

mild range: 300 mg - 5 g

severe range: > 5 g

 

BP elevated on bedrest 6 hrs apart:

mild: >140/90, but < 160/110

severe: > 160/110

Term
lab values that will establish the diagnosis of HELLP syndrome
Definition

AST > 69

LDH > 600

PLT < 100k

T bili: > 1.2

*an elevated uric acid may complement your dx but is not part of the diagnostic criteria

Term
treatment of pre-eclampsia
Definition

magnesium sulfate (when evaluating and when delivering)

bed rest

serial exams and BP monitoring

Term
treatment of pre-eclampsia w/severe range BPs
Definition

treat with hydralazine IV

labetalol IV

*must be on continuous external fetal monitoring

Term
treatment of pre-eclampsia if less than 34 weeks
Definition

goal is to promote fetal lung maturity

 

betamethasone

Term

timing of delivery in a pt w/ gestational HTN


 

mild pre-eclamptic pt


severe pre-eclampsia


CHTN w/superimposed pre-eclampsia


HELLP


eclampsia

Definition

GHTN: at term, 37 weeks


mild pre-eclampsia: at term, 37 weeks


severe pre-e:at 34 weeks or sooner, if end organ dz


CHTN w/pre-e:at 34 weeks or sooner, if end organ dz


HELLP: immediately


eclampsia: immediately

 

 

 

 

Term
medications that are acceptable during pregnancy for the treatment of chronic HTN  in pregnancy
Definition
nifedipine/methyldopa
Term

what additional prenatal workup is typically done in a pregnant pt with either gestational DM, pre-existing DM, or chronic HTN in pregnancy

(the work up is virtually the same for all of these)

Definition

US at 18 - 20 weeks for fetal anatomy survey (looking for anomalies)

*this is done for pre-existing and CHTN pts only, NOT GDM*

 

US at 28 weeks for fetal growth and then every 4 weeks

*for CHTN  it is started 4 weeks after the above US at 18-20 weeks, aka sooner*

 

NST weekly at 32 weeks

 

AFI weekly at 32 weeks, dopplers if IUGR

Term
what HTN medications should be avoided during pregnancy
Definition

ACE-Is and ARBs

 

try to avoid in reproductive aged women, because 50% of all pregnancies are not planned - use alternative anti-HTN

Term

what is the most common drug used for the medical management of a spontaneous abortion


whta is the surgical management

Definition

Medical: misoprostol


surgical: dilation and curettage (<12 weeks) or

dilation and evacuation (> 12 weeks)

 

Term
what is the leading cause of maternal death in the first trimester
Definition
tubal/ectopic pregnancy
Term
indications for medical treatment of an ectopic pregnancy
Definition

unruptured

< 3.5 cm

no fetal cardiac activity

b hCG < 6500

Term
contraindications for medical treatment of ectopic pregnancy
Definition

abnormal renal/liver function

renal/liver dz

blood dyscrasia

PUD

active pulmonary dz

unreliable pt

Term
non-medical treatment of ectopic pregnancy
Definition
surgical: laparoscopic, laparotomy
Term

what is typically given to a pt in preterm labor, between 24 - 34 weeks, to promote fetal lung maturity


what is given for neuroprotection (to try and prevent CP if < 32 weeks)

Definition

lung maturity: antenatal steroids - betamethasone


neuroprotection: magnesium

 

Term
treatment of preterm labor between 24 - 34 weeks
Definition

betamethasone

Abx for GBS prophy

tocolysis

Mg

bed and pelvic rest

monitoring

Term
treatment of preterm labor between > 34 weeks
Definition
observe but do not augment
Term

treatment of preterm PROM between 24 - 34 weeks


> 34 weeks

Definition

24 - 34 weeks:

antenatal steroids, abx for GBS prophy, +/- tocolysis, bed and pelvic rest, Mag, inpt management until delivery

deliver at 34 weeks or at onset of development of chorioamnionitis


> 34 weeks:

deliver

Term
for a pt in prolonged pregnancy at what gestational age is it recommended to induce labor
Definition
induction of labor at 41 weeks
Term
prevention of Rh isoimmunization
Definition

Rh neg non-sensitized pts get treated with:

 

rhogam at 28 weeks gestational age and at delivery if indicated or if any potential mixing of fetal/maternal blood (SAB, ectopic, vaginal bleeding)

Term
treatment of already Rh sensitized pt
Definition

pt is Rh negative and HAS the anti D antibody

 

refere to MFM for management - determine paternal antigen status - if father of child is negative, not at risk

 

treatment is for screening of fetal anemia, if fetal anemia is noted:

if < 34 weeks: steroids/serial PUBS fetal transfusion

if > 34 weeks: delivery and neonatal transfusion post-delivery

Term
treatment of postpartum hemorrhage due to the #1 cause: atony
Definition

for all PPH's (not just atonic hemorrhage):

2 large bore IVs, begin IVF bolus

Stat CBC and coags

blood: crossmatch or emergency release

 

specific to atony:

uterotonics

uterine massage

evacuate clot

pitocin (restores tone)

Term
treatment of cervical insufficiency
Definition

cervical cerclage - in selected pts

placed at around 14 - 16 weeks, removed at term

Term
management of intrauterine growth restriction
Definition

sreial US's for growth q 4 weeks

 

antenatal testing begins once dx'ed:

consult OBGYN or MFM

weekly NST, AFI and dopplers for assessment of fetal well being

if well being not assured - perform next level of testing

if still not assured - possible delivery (give steroids if < 34 weeks)

Term
via ACOG, delivery by c-section for large for gestational age babies can be offered to pt if :
Definition

> 5000 g in non-DM mother

> 4500 g in DM mother

Term
what twin gestation is the "best one to have" (causes the least amount of problems)
Definition

dichorionic, diamniotic

(two placentas and two amnions)

Term
if a pt is pregnant with twins and it is seen on US that one fetus is smaller than the other, what type of twin gestation are those twins
Definition

monochorionic, diamniotic

(one placenta, two amnions)

there is a donor twin - IUGR and oligohydramnios

and there is a recipient twin - plethoric, polyhydramnios

Term
which type of gestational trophoblastic disease is the most common
Definition

a complete mole is the most common

 

*has higher risk for post molar malignancy than a partial mole*

Term
what is the gold standard for the dx of gestational trophoblastic dz
Definition

US is used to establish the dx:

diffuse mixed echogenic pattern - "snowstorm appearance"

Term
treatment of molar pregnancy/gestational trophoblastic pregnancy
Definition

get CBC, CMP, TSH, FT4, CXR

 

evacuate the uterus with suction D&C:

have 2 large bore IVs

BRING blood products

bring uterotonics

prepare for hysterectomy

prepare for thyroid storm

Term
molar pregnancy post evacuation follow-up
Definition

ensure reliable contraception

check b hCG w/in 48 hours of evacuation

follow b hCG weekly x 1 month

then monthly x 1 year

 

*if plateaus or increases - needs eval for post molar malignancy sequelae - consult GYN ONC for management*

Term

most common type of primary vaginal cancer


of primary vulvar cancer

Definition

BOTH: squamous cell carcinoma

 

Term
diagnosis of vulvar intraepithelia neoplasia
Definition

careful inspection

colposcopy PLUS biopsy (gold standard)

Term

hallmark treatment for VIN


follow-up

Definition

surgery is hallmark treatment

(wide excision, laser ablation, topical 5-FU/imiquimod, superficial vulvectomy)


follow up: pelvic exam + colposcopy q 3-4 months until dz free for 2 years, then q 6 months

 

Term
treatment of vulvar paget's dz
Definition

if there is no underlying carcinoma, treat it the same as VIN

 

(diagnosis by a generous vulvar biopsy)

Term
treatment of vulvar carcinoma
Definition

complete surgical removal of all tumor:

wide radial local excision or primary tumor, w/inguinal node dissection

OR

radical vulvectomy and regional lymphadenectomy

 

if extensive dz: pelvic exenteration w/radical vulvectomy

Term
diagnosis of VAIN
Definition
colposcopic exam of vagina w/directed biopsy (acetic acid, lugol's solution)
Term
treatment of VAIN
Definition

surgical excision or laser ablation (VAIN II or III, CIN)

 

multifocal - topical 5-FU (most regress after 1 - 2 courses of treatment)

Term
what is the most common malignancy of the vagina
Definition
extension of cervical CA (aka secondary vaginal carcinoma FROM cervical cercinoma)
Term
diagnosis of PRIMARY vaginal carcinoma cannot be established unless            
Definition

primary vaginal CA cannot be established unless METS are eliminated

 

(cervical cytology, endometrial biopsy, complete inspection of vagina (colposcopy and biopsy of vaginal tumor), bimanual exam)

Term
treatment of primary vaginal carcinoma
Definition

biopsy must first confirm disease

 

if primary - treat with XRT (whole pelvis external supplemented by internal)

 

if coitus a factor, consider surgery

Term

indications for colposcopy

*said we definitely need to know for exam*

Definition

abnl pap w/ +HR HPV testing

DES exposure

visible lesion

+ screening test (HPV)

persistent unsatisfactory cells on pap

unexplained vaginal d/c

unexplained vulvar or cervical bleeding

surveillance s/p neoplasia

post-tx surveillance

Term
when is diagnositc conization indicated
Definition
conization indicated in colposcopy is unsatisfactory, if invasive or adenocarcinoma is expected
Term
treatment of CIN
Definition

ablation:

cryotherapy

laser ablation

 

excisional procedure:

cold knife conization

laser cone excision

LEEP

Term
CIN follow-up
Definition

pap every 6 months for 18 - 24 months (endocervical curettage if endocervix involved)

OR

HPV testing performed w/first pap smear, and if both negative, f/u in 1 year

Term
most common type of cervical carcinoma
Definition
squamous cell carcinoma
Term
diagnosis of cervical carcinoma
Definition

cytologic smears can MISS invasive carcinomas

 

biopsy of any abnormal lesion by colposcopy or conization in setting of in situ dz

 

staging is by clinical exam (FIGO)

Term
treatment of cervical carcinoma
Definition

adequate tx of precancerous conditions

 

early stage: radical hysterectomy and pelvic lymphadenectomy

OR primary radiation + chemo

 

local nodal dz:surgery + post-op XRT

 

locally advanced dz: primary XRT w/therapy

 

disseminated/persistent/recurrent:

limited use for chemo; if local recurrrence: total pelvic exenteration

Term
what is always necessary when suspecting endometrial hyperplasia, to r/o coexisting carcinoma
Definition
endometrial sampling or curettage is always present when hyperplasia is present to rule out coexisting carcinoma
Term
treatment of endometrial hyperplasia
Definition

if no atypia: may spontaneously resolve, or most regress w/progestin therapy

 

with atypia: most regress with progestin; if relapse, consider vaginal or ABD hysterectomy

Term
most common type of endometrial cancer
Definition
adenocarcinomas
Term
diagnosis of endometrial cancer
Definition
endometrial biopsy +/- hysterectomy
Term
treatment of endometrial cancer
Definition

surgery - total hysterectomy, BSO, staging

 

XRT pre-op

 

primary chemo - reserved for advanced dz's

doxorubicin or cisplatin

Term
treatment of uterine sarcomas
Definition

emergency - possible severe hemorrhage

 

surgery = cornerstone

total hysterectomy, BSO

 

adjuvant chemo (doxorubicin)

Term
most common type of ovarian cancer
Definition
epithelial
Term
what is the most common test for adnexal masses
Definition
transabdominal US is the best method
Term
diagnosis of ovarian cancer
Definition
surgical removal of ovary
Term
treatment of epithelial cell ovarian cancer
Definition

surgery PLUS chemo

cyclical (6) combo therapy most effective

 

radiation NOT useful

Term
diagnosis of placental abruption
Definition

dx is clinical but supported by US to determine location and extend of abruption

(retroplacental having the worst prognosis)

 

few lab studies assist in diagnosis

Term

treatment of a small placental abruption remote from term


abruptions at or near term


severe abruptions w/coagulopathy

Definition

small abruption: manage expentantly


at or near term: undergo delivery (perferably vaginally)


severe w/coagulopathy: ultimate delivery, but tx of coagulopathy should be first aim

 

all pts get 2 large bore IVs

 

 

Term
diagnosis of placenta previa
Definition
dx by transvaginal US
Term
treatment of placenta previa
Definition

no cervical exam

 

no sex

 

outpt: asymptomatic pts only, compliance, proximity to hospital, availability of emergency transportation

 

inpt: initially- CBC, T&S and coag studies, two large bore IVs, antenatal steroids in < 34 weeks

if stable: monitor

if unstable/persistent bleeding: c-section

Term
what type of placenta previa is the only one where vaginal delivery MAY be considered
Definition

may consider vaignal delivery for low-lying placenta

 

c-section for all pts with placenta previa (complete, partial, marginal)

Term
the treatment of vasa previa is similar to that of placenta previa, but what is important to note of vasa previa that is different from placenta previa
Definition
it is important to keep in mind that the hemorrhage that occurs w/vasa previa is fetal rather than maternal
Term

what is the most common indication for c-section deliverty


the second most common

Definition

a previous c-section delivery is the most common indication for c-section


dystocia (lack of progress of labor for any reason) is the second most common indication for c-section

 

Term
possible treatments for baby in breech presentaion
Definition

external cephalic version - typically reserved until full term

 

delivery - usually c-section; vaginal if butt is presenting, or twins

Term
treatment/management of cord prolapse
Definition

emergent c-section delivery

*must keep fetus elevated off prolapsed cord until delivery*

Term
treatment of shoulder dystocia
Definition

gentle downward traction of fetal head

 

mcroberts - maternal legs hyperflexed

suprapubic pressure from direction of fetal occiput

 

rotational maneuvers (wood's screw and reverse)

delivery of posterior fetal arm

 

gaskin's maeuver (all fours)

 

try these more than once before trying:

intentional fetal clavicle fracture

zavanelli (replacing baby - c-section)

Term
the MCC of postpartum hemorrhage
Definition
uterine atony
Term
treatment of uterine atony causing postpartum hemorrhage
Definition

uterotonics:

oxytocin (pitocin)

misoprostol

methylergonovine

 

uterine tamponade

interventional radiology aterial embolization

Term
treatment of retained products after delivery causing postpartum hemorrhage
Definition

manual exploration of the uterus and removal of products (diagnostic and therapeutic)

 

uterine curettage

Term
treatment of uterine inversion after delivery causing postpartum hemorrhage
Definition

replacement of fundus:

manual

surgical

Term
it is more common to get endometritis after vaginal delivery or after c-section delivery
Definition
it is more common in c-section deliveries
Term
treatment of postpartum spinal HA
Definition

analgesics (oral)

caffeine

epidural blood patch

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