Principles of Labour and Delivery Flashcards
1
Q
What is the embryological origin of the uterus?
A
The paired paramesonephric ducts
1
Q
What are the layers of three layers of the uterus?
A
Endometrium, myometrium and serosa/peritoneum
2
Q
What is the length increase of the Gravid uterus?
A
From 7-8 cm to 36-40 cm
3
Q
What is the weight increase of the Gravid uterus?
A
From 60 to 80g to 850 to 950g
4
Q
What is the name given to the initial contractions?
A
Braxton- Hicks contractions
5
Q
Which hormone increases actin and myosin which are the proteins needed for contraction and also increases the number of gap junctions between smooth muscle cell?
A
Oestrogen
6
Q
What is the process “ Ripening”?
A
This is results in softening and shortening of the cervix
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