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Postmenopausal bleeding — CCFP MCQ

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HardWomen's health/OB/GYNPostmenopausal bleedingCCFP

A 59-year-old has a first episode of postmenopausal bleeding and an 8-mm endometrium on transvaginal ultrasound. The cervix appears normal. What is the next diagnostic step?

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Correct answer: DObtain endometrial tissue sampling and arrange gynecologic evaluation

Explanation lettering: B = shown as A · C = shown as B · D = shown as C · A = shown as D

A is correct. Postmenopausal bleeding with an abnormally thick endometrium requires tissue assessment to exclude hyperplasia or malignancy. B delays diagnosis. C targets the wrong organ. D uses screening to investigate a uterine symptom. E treats before tissue diagnosis and may mask disease.

Reference: Canadian Family Physician: Postmenopausal bleeding: https://www.cfp.ca/content/53/1/58.full