OVARIAN Flashcards
PCOS meaning
Polycystic ovary syndrome
(PID) meaning
Pelvic inflammatory disease
SYMPTOMS of ovarian cyst
Pelvic pain
Abdominal Serenity
Menstrual Rhythms
Satiety Song
most common type of ovarian cyst and aren’t disease-related. They occur as a result of ovulation
Functional cysts
ex of functional cysts
Follicular cysts
Corpus luteum cysts:
cysts form on the surface of your ovary. They can be filled with fluid that’s thin and watery or thicker and mucous-like.
Cystadenomas
cysts contain cells similar to the tissue in your hair, teeth or skin. They’re smooth, rubbery and noncancerous.
Dermoid cysts (teratomas)
cysts are filled with menstrual blood and
Endometriomas
DIAGNOSIS of OC
A pelvic exam
Ultrasound
Laparoscopy
inserts a camera through an incision (cut) in your abdomen
Laparoscopy
perform this procedure if the cyst is very large or if there are other concerns. It involves making a larger incision
Laparotomy
Who is affected by ovarian cysts?
● Age
● Pregnancy status
● History of ovarian cysts
● Current medical conditions
PATHOPHYSIOLOGICAL MECHANISMS
Hormonal Imbalances
Endometrial Tissue Displacement
Abnormal Cell Growth
Inflammation and Obstruction
risk factors
Hypothyroidism
Severe Pelvic Infection
Infertility Treatment
Cigarette Smoking
antigen in blood test
antigen-125 (CA-125)
