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Pelvic inflammatory disease. A review

M S Smith, D A Eschenbach

    Clinical Pediatrics
    |December 1, 1980
    PubMed
    Summary

    Pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) is a common bacterial infection in adolescent females. Pediatricians should be aware of its diagnosis and treatment, including when to consult a gynecologist.

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    Area of Science:

    • Reproductive Health
    • Pediatric Infectious Diseases
    • Bacteriology

    Background:

    • Pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) is a significant reproductive health concern in adolescents.
    • Bacterial infections of the upper reproductive tract are increasingly diagnosed in pediatric settings.

    Observation:

    • This review presents two cases of PID in adolescents, one gonococcal and one nongonococcal.
    • The cases highlight the clinical presentation and diagnostic challenges of PID in young patients.

    Findings:

    • PID involves bacterial infection, primarily affecting the fallopian tubes.
    • Pathophysiology, epidemiology, diagnosis, and treatment strategies for PID are discussed.
    • Management by primary care pediatricians is emphasized, alongside criteria for gynecologic consultation.

    Implications:

    • Improved recognition and management of PID in adolescents by pediatricians can prevent long-term complications.
    • Understanding PID's epidemiology and pathophysiology aids in targeted prevention strategies.
    • Timely gynecologic consultation ensures specialized care for complex PID cases.

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