According to FSRH, is a bimanual pelvic examination required before IUC insertion?...

Question

According to FSRH, is a bimanual pelvic examination required before IUC insertion?

Accepted Answer

A bimanual examination is recommended before IUC insertion to assess uterine size and position, but FSRH acknowledges it may not always be necessary or acceptable to the woman. Clinical judgement should guide the decision

Answer

Yes, always

Answer

Pelvic examination is never needed

Answer

Only ultrasound is acceptable for pre-insertion assessment

Answer

Examination under anaesthesia is always required

uk-dfsrh MCQ (SBA): Bimanual Examination Before IUC Recommended Not Mandatory

According to FSRH, is a bimanual pelvic examination required before IUC insertion?