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Pelvic Examination
Test Overview
A pelvic examination is a complete physical
exam of a woman's
pelvic organs 
by a health professional. A pelvic exam helps a health
professional evaluate the size and position of the
vagina,
cervix,
uterus, and
ovaries. It is an important part of preventive health
care for all adult women. A pelvic exam is done to help detect certain cancers
in their early stages, infections,
sexually transmitted diseases (STDs), or other
reproductive system problems.
| Author: | Maria G. Essig, MS, ELS | Last Updated: June 6, 2007 |
| Medical Review: | Patrice Burgess, MD - Family Medicine
Kirtly Jones, MD - Obstetrics and Gynecology |
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