10/1: Female Genital Tract Pathology Flashcards
what neoplasm is in uterine leiomyoma?
benign smooth muscle neoplasm
uterine leiomyoma is known as
Fibroids
this is recurrent pelvic pain in the epithelial lining OUTSIDE the uterine cavity
endometriosis
what are the common risk factors for Endometrial Carcinoma?
age 55-60
Infertility
Obesity
Cervical SCC requires what for testing?
PAP smear
what are the high risk types for Cervical SCC?
HPV 16, 18
this is a tumor containing tissue from all three germ layers
teratoma
where are teratomas commonly seen?
ovaries
A teratoma is an example of
dermoid cyst
what is an example of a Pelvic Inflammatory Disease?
Gonorrhea
this is also known as “Mother natures birth control”
gonorrhea
what is the most common BENIGN NEOPLASM of the breast?
fibroadenoma
this blocks estrogen receptors
tamoxifen
this blocks estrogen formation
aromatase inhibitor
most breast cancers are
Invasive ductal carcinoma