ABOG Gynecologic Surgery & Procedures — Questions and Answers
Question 1: What is the most common gynecologic procedure performed for abnormal uterine bleeding?
- Hysterectomy
- Dilation and curettage (D&C) (Correct answer)
- Laparoscopy
- Colposcopy
Correct answer: Dilation and curettage (D&C)
Dilation and curettage (D&C) is commonly used to diagnose and treat abnormal uterine bleeding by removing uterine tissue.
Question 2: Which surgical procedure is commonly used to treat uterine fibroids while preserving fertility?
- Endometrial ablation
- Myomectomy (Correct answer)
- Hysterectomy
- Cystectomy
Correct answer: Myomectomy
A myomectomy removes uterine fibroids while preserving the uterus, making it an option for women who wish to maintain fertility.
Question 3: Which procedure is commonly performed to diagnose and treat cervical abnormalities?
- Hysteroscopy
- Loop electrosurgical excision procedure (LEEP) (Correct answer)
- Oophorectomy
- Salpingectomy
Correct answer: Loop electrosurgical excision procedure (LEEP)
A loop electrosurgical excision procedure (LEEP) is used to remove abnormal cervical tissue detected through Pap smear screening.
Question 4: Which surgical approach is least invasive for performing a hysterectomy?
- Abdominal hysterectomy
- Laparoscopic hysterectomy (Correct answer)
- Vaginal hysterectomy
- Robotic-assisted hysterectomy
Correct answer: Laparoscopic hysterectomy
Laparoscopic hysterectomy is a minimally invasive procedure that allows for faster recovery and reduced postoperative pain compared to open surgery.
Question 5: Which condition is most commonly treated with an endometrial ablation?
- Ovarian cysts
- Menorrhagia (Correct answer)
- Ectopic pregnancy
- Pelvic inflammatory disease
Correct answer: Menorrhagia
Endometrial ablation is used to treat heavy menstrual bleeding (menorrhagia) in women who do not wish to undergo hysterectomy.
Question 6: What is the primary indication for performing a salpingectomy?
- Endometriosis
- Ectopic pregnancy (Correct answer)
- Uterine fibroids
- Cervical dysplasia
Correct answer: Ectopic pregnancy
Salpingectomy, the surgical removal of a fallopian tube, is commonly performed to treat ectopic pregnancies or reduce ovarian cancer risk.
ABOG Gynecologic Surgery & Procedures
What is the most common gynecologic procedure performed for abnormal uterine bleeding?