Summaries – Page 2

Independent professional body guideline

PCWHF prolapse guideline

2018-10-09T10:30:00Z

When is a pessary indicated? How do you fit a pessary? This summary also covers the management of complications, and when to refer to gynaecology.

Independent professional body guideline

RCN guideline: termination of pregnancy

2018-07-16T14:49:00Z

Read this concise summary of RCN guidance for key recommendations on consent, pre-assessment, and post-termination of pregnancy care.

Independent professional body guideline

RCN guideline: Nurse specialist in menopause

2018-04-16T14:38:00Z

This summary outlines the role of the nurse specialist in menopause. Includes guidance on the required clinical practice skills and service provision

PHE/DH/DWP guideline

Women’s health: migrant health guide

2018-03-19T10:39:00Z

Summary covers key points and resources for managing women’s health in migrants. Includes guidance on sexual and reproductive health, and pregnancy

Independent professional body guideline

FSRH contraception after pregnancy guideline

2018-02-26T10:00:00Z

This summary of the FSRH guidance on contraception after pregnancy focuses specifically on contraception after pregnancy and childbirth

Independent professional body guideline

RCN guideline: Fertility preservation

2018-01-18T11:25:00Z

Advice about caring for anyone who may have their fertility compromised because of illness or treatment, or who may choose to defer fertility

Independent professional body guideline

FSRH emergency contraception (EC) guideline

2017-10-23T14:34:00Z

This summary of FSRH EC guidance compares the effectiveness of EC methods and decision-making based on patients’ needs, including helpful algorithms.

NICE guideline

NICE endometriosis guideline

2017-10-09T09:20:00Z

This summary provides information on the signs and symptoms of endometriosis, diagnosis and referral, and pharmacological pain management.

Independent professional body guideline

PCWHF menopause HRT prescribing guideline

2017-09-29T00:00:00Z

This concise summary developed by the Primary Care Women’s Health Forum is designed to provide support when initiating therapy, or to support in choosing alternative preparations, for the treatment of symptoms of the menopause.

Independent professional body guideline

GAIN guideline: admission to midwife-led units

2017-09-18T15:25:00Z

This summary provides recommendations for planning place of birth in Northern Ireland, giving detail of the normal labour and birth care pathway that should be followed.

Independent professional body guideline

PCWHF management of urogenital atrophy or GSM guideline

2017-09-11T15:02:00Z

This summary provides advice on diagnosis and management of GSM. It includes information on the use of vaginal oestrogen, moisturisers, and lubricants

Independent professional body guideline

RCGPNI LGBT patient care guideline

2017-03-28T09:00:00Z

A helpful summary on the care of LGBT patients in primary care, which covers consultation issues, health screening, and sexual health

Independent professional body guideline

Endometriosis fact sheet

2017-02-07T00:00:00Z

This summary focuses on symptoms of endometriosis, care management in primary care, and when to refer to secondary care and endometriosis centres.

PHE/DH/DWP guideline

PHE FGM guideline

2016-07-08T00:00:00Z

A clear summary of the Department of Health's guidance on female genital mutilation risk and safeguarding.

Independent professional body guideline

BSR/BHPR prescribing drugs in pregnancy and breastfeeding guideline

2016-01-18T00:00:00Z

This Guidelines summary includes a summary table on prescribing anti-rheumatic drugs, analgesics and other drugs during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

Independent professional body guideline

BASHH vulvovaginal candidiasis guideline

2012-06-01T00:00:00Z

This informative guideline summary helps GPs diagnose and manage vulvovaginal candidiasis. It includes recurring conditions and treatment options.

NICE guideline

NICE postnatal care guideline

2006-10-01T00:00:00Z

A clear summary of NICE guidance on the routine postnatal care of women and their babies, including giving information and advice to women postnatally.