Author: Prof. Lanka Dasanayake

Subfertility GYN 18

Subfertility GYN 18

This document is a guide on the management of couples with fertility issues. It provides information on the main causes of infertility, factors affecting fertility, initial assessment of both the female and male partners, recommended investigations, and various treatment options including medical, surgical, and assisted reproduction techniques. The document also discusses specific conditions such as…

Prepubertal vaginal discharge GYN 17

Prepubertal vaginal discharge GYN 17

This document discusses the management of reproductive vaginal discharge in prepubertal girls. It covers common causes such as vulvovaginitis and foreign bodies, as well as rare causes including sexual abuse, threadworm infection, urological causes, vaginal tumors, and sexually acquired infections. The document also provides information on gynecological examination of prepubertal girls and treatment options for…

Post reproductive life and menopause GYN 16

Post reproductive life and menopause GYN 16

This document is a guide on post-reproductive life and menopause, provided by the University of Ruhuna’s Faculty of Medicine, Department of Obstetrics & Gynaecology. It defines menopause as the stage in a woman’s life when she stops menstruating and reaches the end of her natural reproductive life. The document discusses the symptoms associated with menopause,…

Urinary incontinence GYN 15

Urinary incontinence GYN 15

This document is a guideline on the management of urinary incontinence in women. It provides information on the classification and definitions of urinary incontinence, as well as recommendations for assessment, investigations, and treatment options. The document covers both non-surgical and surgical management approaches, including lifestyle interventions, physical therapies, medications, and invasive procedures. It also includes…

Pelvic Organ Prolapse GYN 14

Pelvic Organ Prolapse GYN 14

This document is a guideline for the management of pelvic organ prolapse in women. It provides information on the initial assessment, non-surgical and surgical management options, and follow-up after surgery. The document also mentions potential complications and mesh-related complications associated with the procedures. The guidelines aim to improve the quality of life for women with…

Ovarian cancer GYN 13

Ovarian cancer GYN 13

This document is a guideline for the management of ovarian cancer. It provides information on the symptoms and signs of ovarian cancer, as well as the recommended investigations and diagnostic procedures. The document also outlines the management options for different stages of ovarian cancer, including surgical interventions and chemotherapy. The guidelines emphasize the importance of…

Benign ovarian tumors GYN 12

Benign ovarian tumors GYN 12

This document is a guideline from the University of Ruhuna’s Faculty of Medicine, specifically from the Department of Obstetrics & Gynaecology. It provides information on the management of benign ovarian tumors in both premenopausal and postmenopausal women. The document discusses the types of adnexal masses, investigations such as blood tests and ultrasound scans, and the…

Management of Endometrial Cancer GYN 11

Management of Endometrial Cancer GYN 11

This document is a guideline for the management of endometrial cancer, provided by the Department of Obstetrics & Gynaecology at the University of Ruhuna, Faculty of Medicine. It covers various aspects of endometrial cancer, including risk factors, clinical presentation, diagnostic evaluations, staging, and treatment options. The document also includes recommendations for follow-up and management of…

Endometrial hyperplasia GYN 10

Endometrial hyperplasia GYN 10

This document is a guideline on the management of endometrial hyperplasia, a condition characterized by the abnormal proliferation of endometrial glands. It provides information on the risk factors, classification, diagnosis, and various management options for endometrial hyperplasia. The document also discusses the follow-up and surveillance of patients with endometrial hyperplasia, as well as the implications…

Management of cervical cancers GYN 9

Management of cervical cancers GYN 9

This document is a guideline for the management of cervical cancers, provided by the Department of Obstetrics & Gynaecology at the University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka. It covers various aspects of cervical cancer, including its causes, symptoms, patient assessment, staging, treatment options, follow-up, and management of recurrent disease. The document emphasizes the importance of early…