Menstrual disorders in adolescence: investigation and management

Authors: Hickey M.¹; Balen A.²

Source: Human Reproduction Update, Volume 9, Number 5, September 2003 , pp. 493-504(12)

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Abstract:

Menstrual disorders in adolescence may present diagnostic and management challenges for the gynaecologist. This review will describe the common and uncommon menstrual disorders that may arise in early reproductive life, together with guidance on their investigation and management.

Keywords: adolescence; amenorrhoea; dysfunctional uterine bleeding; menstruation; PCOS

Document Type: Research article

Affiliations: 1: Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, School of Women’s and Infants’ Health, University of Western Australia, King Edward Memorial Hospital, 374 Bagot Road, Subiaco, WA 6008, Australia and 2: Clarendon Wing, Leeds General Infirmary, Leeds LS2 9NS, UK

Publication date: 2003-09-01

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Human Reproduction Update, first published in 1995, aims to provide invited, comprehensive, authoritative, up-to-date critical and balanced reviews covering all areas of human reproduction including reproductive physiology and pathology, endocrinology, andrology, gonad function, gametogenesis, fertilization, embryo development, implantation, pregnancy, genetics, genetic diagnosis, oncology, infectious disease, surgery, contraception, infertility treatment, psychology and counselling, ethics and social issues. These papers are peer-reviewed to the highest editorial and scientific standards. Human Reproduction Update is published on behalf of the European Society of Human Reproduction and Embryology (ESHRE).