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  • Gynecology
  • Adolescent Medicine
  • Reproductive Health

Background:

  • Abnormal uterine bleeding (AUB) is a frequent diagnosis in adolescent females.
  • Standardized nomenclature and evidence-based guidelines for AUB in adolescents have been recently updated.
  • Variability in clinical practice persists despite updated guidelines.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the current definition, etiologies, pathophysiology, evaluation, and management of AUB in adolescent females.
  • To emphasize updated, universally accepted nomenclature and clinical care guidelines.
  • To highlight the importance of focusing evaluation on common adolescent AUB causes, such as non-structural etiologies.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of existing definitions, etiologies, pathophysiology, evaluation, and management of AUB in adolescents.
  • Analysis of current evidence-based guidelines and standardized nomenclature.
  • Emphasis on distinguishing adolescent AUB etiologies from those prevalent in adult females.

Main Results:

  • Updated terminology, including "abnormal uterine bleeding" and "heavy menstrual bleeding," replaces older terms.
  • Evaluation should prioritize common adolescent causes, differentiating them from adult-specific etiologies.
  • Evidence-based care practices are crucial for managing AUB in this population.

Conclusions:

  • Standardized nomenclature and evidence-based evaluation are essential for optimal AUB management in adolescents.
  • Clinicians must understand and apply current guidelines to improve care quality and address the high prevalence of AUB.
  • Focusing on non-structural causes is key for accurate diagnosis and treatment in adolescent females.