Pathology Flashcards
1
Q
carcinoma in situ
A
abnormal cells that often turn malignant and metastasize
2
Q
dysplasia
A
presence of abnormal cells
3
Q
prophylaxis
A
prevention of pregnancy – “birth control”
4
Q
pelvic inflammatory disease
A
widespread infection of female reproductive tract and
surrounding tissues
5
Q
sentinel node biopsy
A
surgical procedure determining if cancer has spread beyond
primary tumor into lymphatic system
6
Q
Down’s syndrome
A
congenital disorder arising from a
chromosome defect
7
Q
pelvic exenteration
A
radical surgical treatment
8
Q
toxic shock syndrome
A
rare but life-threatening systemic
bacterial infection
