Geomini PMAJ

BACKGROUND: Heavy menstrual bleeding (HMB) is common in the general population, affecting at least one-quarter of women of reproductive age. A bleeding disorder has been reported as an underlying cause of HMB in 30% of hospital-based outpat…

ImportanceHeavy menstrual bleeding (HMB) is a common problem existing in nearly 30% of women worldwide. An underlying bleeding disorder has been identified as a cause of HMB in a significant proportion of women seeking gynecological care fo…

BackgroundMenstruation remains a taboo topic that is rarely discussed openly, even though nearly half of the world's population experiences it. Studies have shown that women wish to have more information about menstrual care worldwide. It i…

BackgroundIn the first month after the insertion of the 52-mg levonorgestrel intrauterine device, irregular vaginal bleeding often occurs. In 6% to 18% of 52-mg levonorgestrel intrauterine device users, irregular vaginal bleeding reoccurs o…

BackgroundIn Dutch practice, gynecologists are used to assessing the position of the LNG-IUD by performing a two-dimensional transvaginal ultrasonography (TVUS) directly after insertion and do not routinely invite patients for another consu…