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Area of Science:

  • Gynecological care
  • Clinical practice

Background:

  • Pelvic exams are essential for routine screenings and diagnostics in women's health.
  • Lateral vaginal wall collapse during speculum insertion is a common challenge faced by clinicians.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To describe practical methods for preventing lateral vaginal wall collapse during pelvic examinations.
  • To enhance the quality of pelvic exams for both healthcare providers and patients.

Main Methods:

  • Utilizing a standard condom as a sheath over the speculum.
  • Employing a surgical glove as an alternative covering for the speculum.

Main Results:

  • Both condom and glove methods effectively prevent the inward collapse of lateral vaginal walls.
  • Improved visualization of the cervix and vaginal fornices is achieved.

Conclusions:

  • Simple, readily available tools like condoms or gloves can significantly improve pelvic exam efficacy.
  • Implementing these techniques can lead to better diagnostic accuracy and patient comfort during gynecological examinations.