Female Reproductive System Lecture Notes

Flashcards covering key concepts related to the female reproductive system.

The process that involves the pregnant uterus returning to its pre-pregnancy state is called __________.

Uterine involution.

An __________ is defined as the absence of menstrual flow.

Amenorrhea.

The surgical removal of fibroids from the uterus is known as __________.

Myomectomy.

A __________ is a benign tumor of the uterine myometrium.

Fibroid (Leiomyoma).

When the wall between the bladder and the vagina weakens, resulting in a condition where the bladder drops into the vagina, it is known as __________.

Cystocele.

The term __________ refers to the end of menstruation.

Menopause.

The medical procedure used to withdraw amniotic fluid is called __________.

Amniocentesis.

A tendency to experience painful menstrual flow accompanied by cramps is termed __________.

Dysmenorrhea.

The __________ is a type of surgical procedure that involves scraping the uterine lining.

Dilation and Curettage (D&C).

A condition known as __________ occurs when excessive uterine bleeding happens during and between menses.

Menometrorrhagia.

The surgical removal of the uterus is referred to as __________.

Hysterectomy.

The beginning of breast development is termed __________.

Thelarche.

The __________ is an instrument used for viewing the interior of the vagina and cervix.

Colposcope.

The combination procedure of removing both the fallopian tubes and ovaries is called __________.

Salpingo-oophorectomy.

An __________ describes a condition in which the supportive tissue between a woman's rectum and vaginal wall weakens.

Rectocele.

Excessive bleeding during menstruation is termed __________.

Menorrhagia.