Gynae patho Anki Flashcards
Name some organisms commonly involved in female genital infections
Herpes HPV Molluscum congatiosum Chlamydia trachomatis Neisseria gonorrhoeae Trichomonas Candida
what is pelvic inflammatory disease
an infection of the female reproductive organs that most often occurs when STD spreads from vagina to uterus, fallopian tube or ovaries
presenting symptoms of pelvic inflammatory disease
“pelvic painadnexal tendernessfever and vaginal discharge ““An adnexal mass is an abnormal growth that develops near the uterus, most commonly arising from the ovaries, fallopian tubes, or connective tissues. “””
complications of pelvic inflammatory disease (IMPT!!!)
peritonitis adhesions leading to bowel obstructionbacteremiatubal pregnancy (due to blockage of tube)infertility PID commonly associated with ectopic/tubal pregnancy and infertility!! Impt fact.
what is the normal lining epithelium of the vulva
keratinised stratified squamous epithelium wear and tear
what is a bartholin cyst and where does it occur?
due to blockage of the bartholin duct → mucus secreted by the bartholin gland is accumulated → bartholin cyst at vulva
what are the non-neoplastic epithelial disorders of the vulva
lichen sclerosus fibrosis of subepithelial stroma associated with hydropic degeneration and dermal inflammationautoimmune cause pre-neoplasticthinned epidermishydropic degeneration at basal layer sclerotic stromaproduces discolourationlichen simplex chronicus secondary to pruritis hyperkeratosis thickened epidermis (acanthosis) dermal inflammationtreated w/ steroids
what are the benign neoplasms of the vulva
hidradenomacondylomas (benign proliferation secondary to HPV infection)
what are the malignant neoplasms of the vulvar
vulvar intraepithelial neoplasia (VIN)squamous cell carcinoma (SCC)paget’s disease of vulva impt abbreviations:
what is paget’s disease of vulva
in situ carcinoma confined to epithelium origin of cells is from primitive epithelial progenitor cellssquamous epithelium contains single/small groups of glandular cells Try to recall Paget’s disease of the breast and bone as well. They are all very different.
predisposing lesions for development of SCC in vulva
HPV-16 infection (30% of cases)HPV gets localised in native epithelium (classic vulvar intraepithelial neoplasia)dysplasiainvolves entire layer of epitheliumbreak through basement membraneinvasion lichen sclerosussquamous cell hyperplasia from the premalignant lesion called differentiated vulvar intraepithelial neoplasia (differentiated VIN) Recall that CIN and prostatic carcinoma are also HPV 16
what are the congenital abnormalities of the vagina
due to lack of distal fusion of mullerian ducts septum formationcomplete agenesis Either 2 or none.
what is vaginal intraepithelial neoplasia (VaIN) caused by
commonly HPV infection HPV is everywhere in this topic~
what predisposes a woman to the development of clear cell adenocarcinoma (CCA) of the vagina
in utero exposure to diethylstilbestrol (DES)
what is the probable precursor of clear cell adenocarcinoma of the vagina
vaginal adenosis (stratified squamous epithelium develops a few lobules of glands)
microscopic features of clear cell adenocarcinoma of the vagina
vacuolated cytoplasm tumour cells in clusters and gland-like structures
morphological features of embryonal rhabdomyosarcoma of the vagina (aka Sarcoma Botryoides) and risk group
grape-like clusters in the vagina arises in underlying stroma and protrudes into lumen affects infants & children
epithelium of ecto & endocervix
Ecto is stratified squamous epithelium (wear and tear) Endocervix is columnar epithelium (secretory)
what are the risk factors for cervical neoplasia (IMPT!!!)
early age at first intercoursemultiple sexual partners increased parity a male partner with multiple previous sexual partners presence of cancer-associated HPV (serotypes 16 & 18)certain HLA and viral subtypes exposure to oral contraceptives and nicotine genital infections (Chlamydia) Sex, HPV, OCP, Chlamydia
why are some HPV serotypes of higher risk for development of cervical cancer (IMPT!!!)
serotypes: 16 & 18 integrate DNA into host DNA HPV 16 associated with amplification of 3qcell cycle regulation is disrupted by viral oncogenes E6 → p53 E7 → RB Rmb that vaccines directed at HPV can prevent infection!!!
what are the cytologic features of HPV (IMPT!!!)
multinucleationperinuclear haloes (cytoplasm is pushed to the periphery)crinkled nuclei, enlarged note: koilocytosis (halo cells) → CIN I
pathogenesis of cervical neoplasia
steps necessary for cervical cancer development include HPV infectionprogression (~10-20 years) to cervical intraepithelial neoplasia (CIN)invasion
gross morphology of cervical carcinoma
fungating, ulcerating or infiltrative
subtypes of cervical carcinoma
SCC (75-90% of cancer)large cell non-keratinisinglarge cell keratinising small cell (<5%)10-25%: adenocarcinoma, adenosquamous, undifferentiated
what are the different modes of spread of cervical carcinoma
direct local invasion uterus, vaginabladder, rectum (leading to the development of fistulas)lymphaticshematogenous (lungs, liver, bone, brain) Standard answers.
staging of cervical carcinoma and the corresponding local invasion extent
what are the different stages of the endometrial lining + corresponding histological features
proliferative stageglands are tubular lining is stratifiedmitosis is present within the glands and epithelium secretory stagedue to effects of progesteronesecretions present within cytoplasm of glandular cells
what is endometrial hyperplasia
increase in the number of glands relative to the stromaappreciated as crowded glands, often with abnormal shapes
cause of endometrial hyperplasia
unopposed estrogen stimulation
presentation of endometrial hyperplasia
abnormal vaginal bleeding
what are the subtypes of endometrial hyperplasia
based on nuclear atypiasimple hyperplasiacomplex non-atypical hyperplasiacomplex atypical hyperplasia (associated with an increased risk of endometrial carcinoma; PTEN tumour suppressor gene is mutated in approximately 20% of endometrial hyperplasia)
what are the risk factors of endometrial hyperplasia
all associated with increased estrogen secretion → causes endometrium to proliferate obesity (peripheral conversion of androgens to estrogens)menopausepolycystic ovarian syndrome functioning granulosa cell tumours of the ovrary excessive ovarian cortical function (cortical stromal hyperplasia)prolonged administration of estrogenic substances
histologic morphology of simple endometrial hyperplasia
aka cystic hyperplasia atypical hyperplasialining cells look normal but architecture abnormalmorphologically similar to proliferative glandsirregularly dilated glands uncommonly progresses to adenocarcinomas as they can be managed by cyclical hormones
histologic morphology of complex hyperplasia
glandular overcrowding and irregular shapelittle intervening stromal areaepithelial stratification high risk of cancer
what are the 2 types of endometrial carcinoma and causes? (IMPT!!!)
type I: prolonged estrogen stimulationcausesendometrial hyperplasiaovarian estrogen secreting tumours estrogen replacement therapy type II: no association with estrogen cause: no pre-existing endometrial hyperplasia; p53 mutationpoorly differentiated serous type with poor prognosis TLDR type 1 is estrogen related, type 2 is p53
what are the histologic features of endometrial carcinoma (IMPT!!!)
abnormal glands invade underlying myometriumlow grade → squamous nodules
staging of endometrial carcinoma and corresponding extent of spread
what are endometrial leiomyomas (IMPT!!!)
smooth muscle tumours which grow rapidly to form pseudocapsules around them, resulting in an increase in the volume of the endometrium; most common uterine neoplasm no increased mitosisno necrosis BENIGN!!
what are the associations of endometrial leiomyomas
occurs in 20-30% of women >30yo, usually regresses after menopause increases in size with nuclear estrogen receptor stimulations progestins and pregnancy may cause rapid increase in size and hemorrhagic red degeneration (due to infarction)
symptoms and complications of endometrial leiomyomas (IMPT!!!)
abnormal bleedingbladder compressionsudden paininfertilityspontaneous abortion The bleeding can be life threatening level
characteristics of endometrial leiomyosarcoma
increased mitosis necrosisatypica metastasis to lungs/brain 5 year survival 40% Just now is leiomyoma, now is leiomyoSARCOMA, so its malignant!! Whack dem gen path knowledge.
what are the different endometrial stromal neoplasms
endometrial stromal nodule: regular mass, well-encapsulated, no vascular invasion endometrial stromal sarcoma: low/high grade depending on mitotic index undifferentiated sarcoma
what is endometriosis (IMPT!!!)
ectopic endometrial glands and stroma which may undergo cyclic bleeding Responds to menstral changes!!! Its a big clue in hx taking
what are the symptoms and complications of endometriosis (IMPT!!!)
dysmenorrhoea (aka menstrual cramps)pelvic paininfertility precursor to carcinoma!!!!! (endometrioid and clear cell carcinoma)
what is adenomyosis (IMPT!!!)
“ectopic endometrial deposits in the myometrium with an accompanying overgrowth of muscle and connective tissue ““adeno”” = gland ““myosis”” = muscle Gland in muscle! ““Adenomyosis and Endometriosis are not the same condition. Although they can occur together, endometriosis is when endometrial cells (the lining of the uterus) are in a location outside of the uterus. Adenomyosis is when these cells
what are the macroscopic forms of adenomyosis which may occur
diffuse (more common): deposits are confined to inner part of myometrium; foci of endometrium often brownish in colourlocalised: resembling fibroid but with brownish foci
morphological features of adenomyosis
trabeculated, hemorrhage, cyst formation lining epithelium forms diverticulae (outpouches)
what are the causes of abnormal bleeding in girls during prepuberty, adolescence, reproductive, perimenopausal and postmenopausal age respectively?
TLDR, most of the time its anatomical lesions or dysfunctional uterine bleeding
what are the causes of dysfunctional uterine bleeding (DUB) (abnormally heavy uterine bleeding with NO underlying anatomical cause) (IMPT!!!)
“uterine lesions (eg fibroids, polyps, cancer)PID adenomyosisectopic pregnancyhydatidiform moleuterine leiomyoma endometritis (NOT endometriosis)trauma and sexual abuse medications foreign bodies (tampon, condom) ““Abnormal uterine bleeding (AUB) may have various causes, some of them benign. But when AUB is related to changes in hormones that directly affect the menstruation cycle, the condition i
what is a paratubal cyst (aka hydatids of Morgagni) + morphology
remanents of mullerian duct morphology: thin-walled and innocuous
what is hydrosalpinx
blocked fallopian tube that is filled with fluid tubal blockage is usually a result of previous pelvic infection such as PID or endometriosis
what is pyosalpinx
blocked fallopian tube with accumulation of pus in fallopian cavity; usually caused by bacterias chlamydianeisseria gonorrhoeae e. colistaphylococcistreptococci Same concept in renal. pyosalpinx is hydrosalphinx w pus
symptoms, complications & treatment of pyosalpinx
pelvic pain + fever complications: infertility due to residual changes (eg strictures) in the fallopian tube treatment: antibiotics/surgery
what is actinomycotic salpingitis
• inflammation caused by actinomycosis (filamentous, branched, clubbed organism which is gram +ve and non-AFB) • increased incidence in IUCD users • treated with antibiotics
what is an adenomatoid tumour
- most common benign tumour of the fallopian tube - usually asymptomatic
what is an adenomatoid tumour + histologic features of adenomatoid tumour
Most common benign tumor of fallopian tubeinvagination of visceral mesotheliumtubular spaces of varying sizes composed of flattened cells
what is salpingitis isthmica nodosa
nodular thickening of isthmic portion of fallopian tube diverticulae of lining that communicate with the lumen of the fallopian tube causes swellings bilateral in 80% of cases
what are the major complications of salpingitis isthmica nodosa
infertility/ectopic pregnancy due to the compromised lumen of the fallopian tube Key concept: Fallopian tube pathology is always associated with infertility and ectopic pregnancy
what are the non-neoplastic ovarian cysts
follicular cystsmultiple follicular cysts (polycystic ovary syndrome, PCOS/ Stein-Leventhal syndrome)corpus luteal cystsendometriotic cysts
what are follicular cysts
cysts which arise from unruptured follicles/from follicles that ruptured and sealed immediately filled with serous fluid mostly physiological
what are corpus luteal cysts
cystic corpus luteum >2cm associated with menstrual irregularitiesyellowish thick cyst lining
what is a polycystic ovary
ovary with multiple cysts and stromal hyperplasia, persistently in an anovulatory state
what are the symptoms and signs of polycystic ovary
multiple follicles which mature → high estrogen obesity hirsute (hairy)acneamenorrhoea (absence of period)
which are the different cells in the ovaries which ovarian neoplasms can arise from (IMPT!!)
surface epithelial cells (most common)germ cellssex cord (stroma) ovary: epithelial tumours common testes: germ cell tumours common
which are the ovarian germ cell tumours
dysgerminoma from 3 germ layers (embryonic ectoderm, mesoderm, endoderm)teratomaextraembryonic tissuechoriocarcinoma endodermal sinus tumour (yolk sac tumour) Remember that germ cell tumours are rare in ovaries! More common in testes
what is a dysgerminoma
tumour of undifferentiated germ cells of ovary highly radiosensitive
morphological features of dysgerminoma
large and firm, bosselated(studded) external surface soft and fleshy histologynests of monotonous tumour cells with clear glycogen-filled cytoplasmsheets of germ cells; fibrous septa with lymphocytes
what is a teratoma
a tumour composed of tissues representing 2-3 germ layers