Ch 12 final exam Flashcards
Abortion
termination pf pregnancy
Amenorrhea
absence of menstrual cycle
Aminocentesis
puncture of amniotic sac
Breech
baby is the wrong way
Cervictitis
inflammation of the cervix
Cesarean birth
c-section
incision into abdomen to remove a fetus
D & C
dilation & curettage
Dysmenorrhea
painful menstrual cycle
Dystocia
difficult/painful birth
Ectopic pregnancy
pregnancy in which fertilized ovum is planted on any tissue other than lining of uterine cavity
Endometriosis
present of endometrial tissue outside the uterus
Episiorraphy
repair of lacerated vulva
Episiotomy
incision into perineum prevent tearing during childbirth
GYN
Gynecology
Hysterectomy
removal of the uterus
Hysterosalpingography (HSG)
radiograph exam of the uterus and uterine tubes