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GYN - CH36
for test #1
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Undergraduate 1
05/23/2011

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Term
endometrium
Definition
inner lining of uterine cavity
Term
introitus
Definition
opening/entrance into a canal or cavity
Term
menarche
Definition
after puberty when menses occurs normally every 21-28 days
Term
menopause
Definition
menses ceases permanently
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myometrium
Definition
middle layer of uterine cavity, homogenous
Term
parity
Definition
pregnancy
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premenarche
Definition
before menses
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menstruation
Definition
days 1-4 of menstrual cycle
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sonohysterography
Definition
saline/contrast medium inserted by catheter into endometrial cavity
Term
the thickness of the endometrium should be measured in what plane
Definition
sagital
Term
what is the most posterior and inferior part of the peritoneal cavity?
Definition
pouch of Douglas
Term
what is another name of the pouch of Douglas?
Definition
posterior cul-de-sac or rectouterine recess
Term
which phase is the endometrium at its greatest thickness and echogenicity?
Definition
secretory phase (also known a luteal)
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adnexa
Definition
structure/tissue next to or near another structure
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anteverted
Definition
tipped forward
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retroverted
Definition
tipped backwards
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arcuate vessels
Definition
found along the periphery of uterus
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internal os
Definition
inner surface of cervix
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external os
Definition
outer surface of cervix
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