Gynaecological examination is often thought to be difficult. But with the correct approach, and an awareness of the techniques along with familiarity with the instruments used, effective gynaecological examination skills can quickly be acquired. This video will help students and staff to become familiar with the techniques and common pitfalls, enabling them to approach this examination with confidence, and aiding them in overcoming any embarrassment they may experience when starting out.
The programme takes the viewer through the stages of gynaecological examination step by step. Following an introduction by Professor Geoffrey Chamberlain, President of the Royal College of Obstetricians & Gynaecologists, advice is firstly given on preparing the patient, and developing a good rapport. The programme then goes on to demonstrate
- Abdominal palpation
- Vaginal examination using Cusco’s speculum.
- Bimanual palpation for assessing uterine size and for detecting adnexal masses – needed in 'well woman' ovarian-cancer-screening
- Examining for prolapse using Sims' speculum
As well as demonstrating each technique, practical advice is given at every stage, including the positioning of the patient, how to select, hold and use the instruments, and how to overcome commonly encountered problems. The importance of ensuring the comfort and cooperation of the patient is stressed throughout.
This video will be useful for all health professionals involved in the care of women, either in screening, or where there are gynaecological problems, and is helpful both when first starting out, and as a reference tool to ensure a good technique.
Produced by Jayne Cockburn, consultant gynaecologist. and David Cleverly, Manager of Academic Services at St George’s, University of London. 1994
Directed by Jayne Cockburn
Filmed and edited by St George’s Media Services
Running time: 20 minutes
NOTE THAT THIS PROGRAMME IS ONLY AVAILABLE TO MEDICAL AND HEALTHCARE STAFF AND STUDENTS.
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