Fertility Flashcards
1
Q
What is Kallmann’s syndrome?
With what abnormality is it associated?
A
Failure of GnRH-secreting hormones to develop. Leads to hypogonadism
Anosmia
2
Q
What is the definition of subfertility?
A
Conception has not occurred after a year of regular unprotected sexual intercourse
3
Q
With what condition is agenesis of the vas deferens associated?
A
Cystic fibrosis
4
Q
What investigations are used to detect tubal damage in a patient with subfertility?
A
1st line = HSG
Gold standard = Laparoscopy and dye test
5
Q
Where does fertilization take place?
A
In the ampulla of the Fallopian tube
