The Additive Value of Pelvic Examinations to History in Predicting Sexually Transmitted Infections for Young Female Patients With Suspected Cervicitis or Pelvic Inflammatory Disease

ConclusionFor young female patients with suspected cervicitis or pelvic inflammatory disease, the pelvic examination does not increase the sensitivity or specificity of diagnosis of chlamydia, gonorrhea, or trichomonas compared with taking a history alone. Because the test characteristics for the pelvic examination are not adequate, its routine performance should be reconsidered.
Source: Annals of Emergency Medicine - Category: Emergency Medicine Source Type: research