Pathologies of Ovarian- 1 SS Flashcards
What is the size of a normal ovary?
The normal ovary is approximately 4x2x1 cm in size.
What are the two main regions of the ovarian stroma?
The ovarian stroma consists of the cortical and medullary regions.
What is a primordial follicle?
A primordial follicle contains a germ cell and is the earliest stage of ovarian follicle development.
What is a mature follicle?
A mature follicle includes granulosa and theca cells, with theca cells producing sex steroids.
What is the most common cause of gynecologic cancer death in developed countries?
Ovarian cancer is the leading cause of gynecologic cancer death in developed countries.
What are the symptoms of ovarian cancer?
Symptoms of ovarian cancer include pelvic/abdominal pain, frequent urination, bloating, and early satiety.
What is a serous cystadenoma?
A serous cystadenoma is a benign ovarian tumor, most common in the 4th and 5th decades of life, often asymptomatic.
What is polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)?
PCOS is characterized by bilateral multiple cysts, anovulation, menstrual irregularities, hirsutism, and obesity.
What is endometriosis?
Endometriosis is the presence of extra-uterine endometrial stroma and glands, often causing infertility, dysmenorrhea, and pelvic pain.
What is a follicular cyst?
A follicular cyst originates from an unruptured Graafian follicle, usually small (1-1.5 cm), and can cause pelvic pain.
