Uterine Aspiration
Chapter 32 Uterine Aspiration Common indications Uterine aspiration is performed to manage incomplete or missed abortions during the first trimester of pregnancy. Dilation and curettage (D & C) can be…
Intrauterine Device (IUD) Insertion
Chapter 26 Intrauterine Device (IUD) Insertion Common indications Intrauterine devices (IUDs) are an ideal option for women who desire a long-term, reliable solution for contraception. The primary use is in…
Cervical Polypectomy
Chapter 24 Cervical Polypectomy Common indications Cervical polyps are usually benign pedunculated growths of the cervix that are often asymptomatic but can cause bleeding. Because they are occasionally malignant, small…
Bladder Aspiration—Suprapubic Tap
Chapter 44 Bladder Aspiration—Suprapubic Tap Common indications The suprapubic tap provides an excellent option for obtaining a sterile urine sample when a catheterization is not successful. It is most commonly…
Third- and Fourth-Degree Laceration Repair
Chapter 18 Third- and Fourth-Degree Laceration Repair Common indications Third- and fourth-degree perineal lacerations occur when the head of the infant applies excessive tension to the perineal body and the…
Breast Cyst Aspiration
Chapter 28 Breast Cyst Aspiration Common indications Cystic breast nodules can be initially worked up and treated with aspiration. Persistent or recurrent nodules require further evaluation to rule out malignancy…
Forceps Delivery
Chapter 17 Forceps Delivery Common indications A forceps delivery is commonly indicated to assist in the completion of the second stage of labor for patients with inadequate propulsive force to…
Vacuum-Assisted Delivery
Chapter 16 Vacuum-Assisted Delivery Common indications Vacuum-assisted delivery is commonly indicated to assist in the completion of the second stage of labor for patients with an inadequate propulsive force to…
Scalp Lead Placement
Chapter 13 Scalp Lead Placement Common indication Intrapartum fetal monitoring with continuous fetal heart rate monitoring can be occasionally difficult to obtain through the maternal abdomen. In these situations, a…
Shave Biopsy
Chapter 2 Shave Biopsy Common indication A shave biopsy is used to remove the protruding portion of a raised skin lesion when a full-thickness sample is not required. Advantages of…
