Gynecological emergencies are disease conditions of the female reproductive system that can threaten the life of the woman and the perpetuation of her fertility. Some common gynecological emergencies present as acute abdomen, abnormal vaginal bleeding or a combination of both and are often related to early pregnancy complications, pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) and contraceptive issues. This article outlines the management of these emergencies which can be helpful for a treating gynecologist.

As a practicing gynecologist, it is important to have an idea of gynecological emergencies that can help in diagnosis and guide the surgeon regarding appropriate treatment. Some hospitals have specialist emergency gynecology units that provide fast intervention for gynecological problems. Gynecological emergencies Ectopic pregnancy Ectopic pregnancy is a life-threatening gynecological emergency…