Chapter 8: Pathology Flashcards
Malignant cells within the cervix
carcinoma of the cervix
inflammation of the cervix
cervicitis
malignant tumor of the uterine lining
carcinoma of the endometrium
endometrial tissue located outside of the uterus
endometriosis
benign tumor in the uterus
fibroids
malignant tumor of the ovary
ovarian carcinoma
collections of fluid within sacs in the ovary
ovarian cysts
inflammation and infection of organs in the pelvic region; salpingitis oophritis, endometritis, endocervicitis
Pelvic inflammatory disease
malignant tumor of the breast
carcinoma of the breast (breast cancer)
numerous small sacs of fluid surrounded by dense strands of fibrous tissue in the breast
fibrocystic breast disease
implantation of the fertilized egg in any site other than the normal uterine location
ectopic pregnancy
premature separation of the normally implanted placenta
abruptio placentae
more than one fetus inside the uterus
multiple gestations
implantation of the placenta over the cervical opening or in the lower region of the uterus
placenta previa
abnormal condition associated with pregnancy; marked by HBP, proteinuria, edema, and headache
preeclampsia
chromosomal abnormality results in mental retardation, retarded growth, a flat face with a short nose, loew-set ears, and slanted eyes
down syndrome