Glossary

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  • Endopelvic fasciae

    The downward continuation of the parietal peritoneum of the abdomen to form the pelvic fasciae, which contribute to the support of the pelvic viscera.  

  • Secretory endometrium

    Histological changes in the endometrium due to the effects of postovulatory progesterone secretion by the corpus luteum.  

  • Proliferative endometrium

    Endometrial hypertrophy due to estrogen stimulation during the preovulatory phase of the menstrual cycle. This condition is detected through endometrial biopsy.  

  • Puerperal endometritis

    Acute endometritis following childbirth. Risk factors for development of this condition include premature or prolonged rupture of membranes, dystocia with multiple vaginal examinations, poor aseptic technique, trauma related to intrauterine manipulation, and careless perineal care. Constitutional factors that predispose the parturient woman to endometritis include anemia, malnutrition, and hemorrhage. Portals of bacterial entry include the…

  • Endometritis dissecans

    Endometritis accompanied by development of ulcers and shedding of the mucous membrane.  

  • Decidual endometritis

    Inflammation of the mucous membrane of a gravid uterus.  

  • Cervical endometritis

    Inflammation of the inner portion of the cervix uteri.  

  • Endometrial jet washing

    Collection of fluid that has been used to irrigate the uterine cavity. Cells present in the fluid are examined for evidence of malignancy. This method is used as a screening test for endometrial carcinoma.  

  • Endometrial dating

    Microscopic examination of a suitable, stained specimen from the endometrium to establish the number of days to the next menstrual period. The dating is based on an ideal 28-day cycle. Thus, day 8 indicates menstruation is 20 days away, and day 23 that it is 5 days away. This system was devised by the late…

  • Endomastoiditis

    Inflammation of the mucosa lining the mastoid cavity and cells.