BMC Women's Health - Latest articlesThe latest articles from BMC Women's Health (ISSN 1472-6874) published by BioMed CentralAbnormal vaginal bleeding in women of reproductive age: a descriptive study of initial management in general practice- April 15, 2008 Background: Abnormal vaginal bleeding (AVB) in women of reproductive age is a common reason for consulting a general practitioner. Nevertheless, how general practitioners (GPs) choose to initially manage AVB is largely unknown, as is the prevalence of underlying pathology of AVB in primary care. Methods: To investigate the initial diagnostic procedures and treatment for AVB used in general practice, we performed a descriptive study based on computerised medical records. New consultations for...http://www.biomedcentral.com/1472-6874/8/7 |