Chapter 11: Reproductive System Common Diagnostic Terms

Question 1

Cryosurgery

Answer 1

Destruction of abnormal tissue by freezing

Question 2

Dilation and curettage (D&C)

Answer 2

Dilation of the cervix followed by scraping of the endometrial lining

Question 3

Needle biopsy

Answer 3

Aspiration of tissue or fluid through a large-gauge needle for analysis

Question 4

Papanicolaou smear

Answer 4

Removal of tissue cells from the cervix for analysis

Question 5

Pelvic sonography

Answer 5

Ultrasound imaging of the structures in the female pelvis

Question 6

Prostate-specific antigen (PSA)

Answer 6

Blood test used to screen for prostate cancer

Question 7

Transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP)

Answer 7

Removal of tissue from the prostate gland with an endoscope, via the urethra

Question 8

Tubal ligation

Answer 8

Sterilization procedure in which fallopian tubes are cut and ligated

Question 9

Uterine ablation

Answer 9

Procedure that destroys the entire surface of the endometrium and superficial myometrium

Question 10

Vasectomy

Answer 10

Sterilization procedure in which a small section of the vas deferens is removed