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Pelvic examination under anesthesia by learners at the time of abortion: Who accepts and who declines?
Kristin Pascoe1, Leah Thomas2, Aaditi G Naik3
1Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology, University of Chicago, Chicago, IL, United States.
Objectives:
This study aimed to assess the prevalence of and factors correlated with accepting a pelvic examination under anesthesia (EUA) by learners at the time of surgical abortion.
Study Design:
Retrospective chart review assessing the prevalence of and comparing factors associated with accepting EUA by learners at the time of abortion.
Results:
Most (88%) of the 274 patients accepted EUA by learners. Declining was associated with prior intimate partner violence.
Conclusions:
Most patients accept EUA by learners at the time of abortion.
Implications:
In adhering to fundamental principles of medical ethics, professional guidelines, and legal mandates, consent prior to pelvic EUA by learners should be obtained universally.
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