Disorders of Menstruation

Learn how to interpret menstrual cycle events as vital signs for women

Irregularities in the pattern and amount of vaginal bleeding of uterine origin are often signs of pathology or an aberration in the function of the hypothalamic, pituitary, and ovarian system. The type of menstrual disorder when coupled to the women′s age can give important signals as to the likely problem.

Disorders of Menstruation follows the reproductive lifetime of women, from prepubertal abnormalities through the years of potential child bearing to menopause and beyond. The authors provide a conceptual framework to understand the mechanisms responsible for abnormal menstrual bleeding or early pregnancy failure.

This clinically focused book is written for any practicing clinician who provides healthcare for girls and women. Disorders of Menstruation highlights accurate diagnostic algorithms that lead to evidence–based therapy or minimally invasive surgery using approaches that are practical, efficient, and cost–effective.

Gynecology in Practice
Series Editor, Aydin Arici, MD, Yale University School of Medicine, New Haven, CT, USA

The Gynecology in Practice series provides clinical ′in the office′ or ′at the bedside′ guides to effective patient care for gynecologists. The tone is practical, not academic, with authors offering guidance on what might be done and what should be avoided. The books are informed by evidence–based practice and feature:

Algorithms and guidelines where they are appropriate ′Tips and Tricks′ boxes hints on improving outcomes ′Caution′ warning boxes hints on avoiding complications ′Science Revisited′ quick reminder of the basic science principles Summaries of key evidence and suggestions for further reading

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Series Foreword.

Dedications.

Contributors.

1 Overview: Disorders of Menstruation (Paul B. Marshburn and Bradley S. Hurst0.

2 Prepubertal Genital Bleeding (Kristin M. Rager, Preeti P. Matkins, and Tara M. Vick).

3 Irregular Vaginal Bleeding and Amenorrhea During the Pubertal Years (Bradley S. Hurst).

4 Menstrual Disorders During the Reproductive Years (Michelle L. Matthews).

5 Abnormal Menstrual Bleeding in Hyperandrogenic Ovulatory Dysfunction (Rebecca S. Usadi).

6 Abnormal Uterine Bleeding due to Anatomic Causes: Diagnosis (Bradley S. Hurst).

7 Abnormal Uterine Bleeding due to Anatomic Causes: Treatment (Bradley S. Hurst).

8 Infrequent Menstrual Bleeding and Amenorrhea During the Reproductive Years (Paul B. Miller).

9 Menstrual Cycle–related Clinical Disorders (Paul B. Marshburn).

10 Irregular Bleeding During the Menopause Transition (Isiah D. Harris and William D. Schlaff).

11 Postmenopausal Bleeding (Karen D. Bradshaw and David Tait).

Index.

Colour plate section.

Paul B. Marshburn, MD and Bradley S. Hurst, MD
Division of Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Carolinas Medical Center, Charlotte, NC, USA

"It provides a quality, quick reference to common gynecologic issues. I particularly appreciate its emphasis on the menstrual cycle as a vital sign and reference point for evaluating common gynecological pathology. This book should be strongly considered by any busy clinician who takes care of women from prepuberty to menopause." (Doody′s, 2 September 2011)