Chapter 11 Flashcards
What is pyosalpinx
Puss within the fallopian tube
What is oophoritis?
Infection of the ovaries
What is tuboovarian abscess?
Infection found in the late stages of PID, resulting in inability to differentiate tubal and ovarian structures
What is adenomyosis?
Presence of endometrial glands and tissue found in the uterine wall
What is tuboovarian complex?
The ability to identify the ovary and tube in the presence of adhesions or infection
What is Fitz-Hugh-Curtis Syndrome?
Rare complication of PID resulting in the development of liver adhesions due to the inflammatory exudates, aka perihepatitis
What is dysmenorrhea?
Painful menstruation
What is salpingitis?
Infection of the fallopian tube
What is endometriosis?
Implants of endometrial tissue outside the uterus
What is myometritis?
Myometrial inflmmation
What is Pelvic Inflammatory Disease?
Infection of the female reproductive tract
What is dyspareunia?
Painful intercourse
What is endometritis?
Bacterial infection of the endometrium with potential extension into the surrounding tissue
What is parametritis?
Infection of the connective tissue surrounding the uterus
What is peritonitis?
Infection of the peritoneum