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What is the appropriate diagnostic evaluation of fibroids?
EVIDENCE-BASED ANSWER: Although transvaginal sonography (TVS) has inconsistent sensitivity (0.21–1.00) and specificity (0.53–1.00), its cost-...
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Should a nylon brush be used for Pap smears from pregnant women?
EVIDENCE-BASED ANSWER: Use of a nylon brush (Cytobrush and others) with spatula to obtain Papanicolaou (Pap) smears from pregnant women is more...
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What is the best approach to the evaluation of hirsutism?
EVIDENCE-BASED ANSWER: The evaluation of hirsutism should begin with a history and physical examination to identify signs and symptoms suggestive...