Perimenopausal abnormal uterine bleeding: epidemiological profile

Abstract

Introduction: Perimenopause is the time before menopause begins and extends up to a year after the last menstrual period (1,2). The mean age is 47.5 years at the onset (3.4). In general, it may last from one to four years, but for some women, this transition period may last longer than 5 to 7 years (3,4). Indeed (5). Transvaginal ultrasonography is the first para-clinical examination requested (5).