CASE DISCUSSION
Abnormal Uterine Bleeding in Adolescents
Presented from by Dr. Pankaj Desai
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Case Description
Abnormal Uterine Bleeding (AUB) in Adolescents is a common yet often challenging condition that requires careful evaluation to distinguish physiological causes from underlying pathology. This webinar will explore the etiologies, diagnostic approaches, and evidence-based management strategies for...
Case Summary
- The speaker addresses the issue of unscientific advice given to adolescent girls regarding menstrual irregularities, emphasizing the importance of evidence-based solutions. He and his wife often reassure mothers that irregular cycles are expected during puberty, highlighting specific timelines and patterns for when investigation and management become necessary post-menarche. Primary amenorrhea should be investigated if it persists beyond age 15 or three years after thelarche.
Speaker Profile
Dr. Pankaj Desai
Consultant Gynecologist, Janani Maternity Hospital, Vadodara, GujaratDr. Pankaj Desai is a Senior Consultant Obstetrician and Gynecologist at Janani Maternity Hospital in Vadodara, Gujarat, with over 30 years of experience in women\\\'s healthcare. He has been honored with seven gold medals and has authored more than 100 research papers published in national and international journals. Dr. Desai has delivered over 500 lectures worldwide, including in Australia, the UK, and Southeast Asia, and has been recognized with over 50 orations for his contributions to the field. His expertise is particularly sought after in managing high-risk obstetric conditions such as recurrent pregnancy loss, pre-eclampsia, intrauterine growth restriction (IUGR), and obstetric vasculopathies. He is also the author of the book Obstetric Vasculopathies, which delves into the pathophysiology and management of these complex conditions.