A 19-Year-Old Female with Vaginal Bleeding

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Authors: Joshua Lowe, Rachel E Bridwell, John O Patrick, Alec J Pawlukiewicz, Gillian Schmitz, Michael Sungwon Yoo
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Abstract

This case presents a clinical vignette of a 19-year-old woman with early pregnancy complicated by abdominal pain and vaginal bleeding. The learner is provided with an opportunity to formulate their own clinical presentation and differential, followed by an ideal presentation and note for comparison. Key points include the evaluation of ectopic pregnancy using transvaginal ultrasound and quantitative hCG, the importance of identifying right adnexal tenderness, and management strategies including consultation with obstetrics/gynecology and RhoGAM administration for Rh-negative patients. Timely recognition and intervention is critical to prevent rupture and life-threatening complications.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Ectopic Pregnancy Diagnosis and Management Reproductive Health and Contraception Maternal and fetal healthcare

Publication details

Journal / source
Cambridge University Press eBooks
Pages
78–83
Publication date
1 March 2026
Language
EN
Document type
Book chapter