Chapter 30 Loop Electrosurgical Excision Procedure (LEEP) Common indications A loop electrosurgical excision procedure (LEEP) is performed to remove high-grade dysplasia (CIN II and CIN III) from the cervix in…
Chapter 52 Shoulder Dislocation Reduction Common indications Shoulder dislocation is a common injury in sports or activities that involve high-velocity injuries such as skiing or contact sports. The most common…
Chapter 36 Lumbar Puncture Common indications Lumbar puncture is a common procedure used in the evaluation of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) and central nervous system (CNS) pressure. The most common indication…
Chapter 21 Vulvar Biopsy Common indications Vulvar lesions that are not identifiable as benign or that fail to respond to therapy should be biopsied for a definitive diagnosis and treatment…
Chapter 37 Thoracentesis Common indications Thoracentesis is performed to sample or remove fluid that is in the pleural space for both diagnostic and therapeutic purposes. Fluid removed from the chest…
Chapter 23 Bartholin’s Marsupialization Common indications Marsupialization of the Bartholin’s gland is commonly performed for recurrent infections of the gland or failure of a Word catheter to adequately treat the…
Chapter 22 Word Catheter Placement Common indications Bartholin’s cyst abscesses can be treated by two methods. Word catheter placement is the first-line therapy for an infected Bartholin’s gland. If infections…
Chapter 15 First- and Second-Degree Laceration Repair Common indications If an episiotomy is performed or a laceration occurs during delivery, a repair should be made to speed the recovery of…
Chapter 25 Endometrial Biopsy Common indications An endometrial biopsy performed with a Pipelle catheter is an efficient way to sample the endometrium of the uterus with minimal discomfort to the…
Chapter 40 Hemorrhoidectomy Common indications The treatment of thrombosed external hemorrhoids and chronic hemorrhoidal skin tags is best accomplished by local excision (Figure 39-1). A patient can have immediate relief…
