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ob/gyn med terms
gynecology/obstertics medical terminology
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| conization of cervix | performed to remove a cancerous leison of the cervix, to obtain a biopsy |
| anteversion/retroversion | abnormal uterine positions |
| excession of cystic bartholins gland | removal of mucus secreting gland |
| Rectovaginal fistula | repair of a abnormal opening allowing the passage of fecal matter to enter into the vagina |
| anterior/posterior repair | surgical procedure for cystocele & rectocele |
| shirodkar procedure | application of a strip of synthetic material to the internal os of the cervix, to prevent premature dialation |
| metrorrhagia | active uterine bleeding at times other than mensturation |