Term
| Follicular cysts result from the __ of __ due to low levels of ___. __ can help establish normal cycle, but will not speed resolution of cyst. Follow with close ultrasound. |
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Definition
- failure of ovulation
- low levels of gonadotropins
- OCPs |
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| Follicular cysts can result in __ or ___. The fluid of the developed follicle is __ __, producing an enlarged cyst. |
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Definition
- torsion or bleeding
- not reabsorbed |
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| Corpus luteum cysts are cysts greater than __ that are formed after __ __. __ accumulates in the central cavity and is ___. This can be associated with ___ or delayed menstruation. |
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Definition
- 3 cm
- after normal ovulation
- Blood accumulates in the central cavity and is reabsorbed
- amenorrhea |
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Definition
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| follicular cysts are __ __, while corpus luteum cysts __ __. |
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Definition
- Follicular- NOT reabsorbed
- Corpus luteum- are reabsorbed |
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| Theca lutein cysts are formed from the cells lining the __ __ after an egg is released. These are d/t increased levels of __ __ which is caused by __ __, ___, or __ __. These are usually __ and filled with __ ___ __ fluid. Symptoms include __ or __. The cysts may __ causing __ __. These disappear after termination of causative condition. |
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Definition
- corpus luteum
- chorionic gonadotropin
- molar pregnancy
- choriocarcinoma
- fertility treatment
- BILATERAL
- clear, straw-colored fluid
- rupture
- intraperitoneal bleeding |
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Term
| Which type of ovarian cyst is usually bilateral? |
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| Chocolate cysts aka endometriomas are found on the serosal layer of the uterus and are thick with brown blood debris inside. Often have peritoneal attachments. Associated with endometriosis. |
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Definition
- Breast CA
- Endometrial CA |
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Term
| Atypical endometrial features can be reversed by large doses of __ __ like __ __ for __ months. |
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Definition
- Progestation drugs
- Megestrol Acetate
- 3-4 months
*f/u EMB is mandatory |
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