Term | Definition |
carcinoma of cervix | Malignant cells within the cervix (cervical cancer). |
cervicitis | Inflammation of the cervix. |
carcinoma of the endometrium
(endometrial cancer) | Malignant tumor of the uterine lining (adenocarcinoma). |
endometriosis | Endometrial tissue located outside the uterus. |
fibroidsc | Benign tumors in the uterus. |
ovarian carcinoma (cancer) | Malignant tumor of the ovary (adenocarcinoma). |
ovarian cysts | Collections of fluid within sacs (cysts) in the ovary. |
pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) | Inflammation and infection of organs in the pelvic region; salpingitis, oophoritis, endometritis, endocervicitis. |
carcinoma of the breast (breast cancer) | Malignant tumor of the breast (arising from milk glands and ducts). |
fibrocystic breast disease | Numerous small sacs of fluid surrounded by dense strands of fibrous tissue in the breast. |
abruptio placentae | Premature separation of the normally implanted placenta. |
ectopic pregnancy | Implantation of the fertilized egg in any site other than the normal uterine location. |
multiple gestations | More than on fetus inside the uterus. |
placenta previa | Implantation of the placenta over the cervical opening or in the lower region of the uterus. |
preeclampsia | Abnormal condition associated with pregnancy, marked by high blood pressure, proteinuria, edema, and headache. |
NEONATAL:
Down syndrome | Chromosomal abnormality (trisomy 21) results in mental retardation, retarded growth, a flat face with a short nose, low-set ears, and slanted eyes. |
NEONATAL:
erythroblastosis | Hemolytic disease in the newborn (HDN) caused by a blood group (Rh factor) incompatibility between mother and fetus. |
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hyaline membrane disease | Acute lung disease commonly seen in the premature newborn. |
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hydrocephalus | Accumulation of fluid in the spaces of the brain. |
NEONATAL:
meconium aspiration syndrome | Abnormal inhalation of meconium produced by a fetus or newborn. |
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pyloric stenosis | Narrowing of the opening of the stomach to the duodenum. |
CLINICAL TESTS:
pap test (pap smear) | Microscopic examination of stained cells removed from the vagina and cervix. |
CLINICAL TESTS:
pregnancy test | Blood or urine test to detect the presence of hCG. |
PROCEDURES:
hysterosalpingography (HSG) | X-ray imaging of the uterus and fallopian tubes after injection of contrast material. |
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mammograqhy | X-ray imaging of the brest. |
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breast ultrasound imaging and breast MRI | Technologies using sound waves and a magnetic field to create images of breast tissue. |
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pelvic ultrasonography | Recording images of sound waves as they bounce off organs in the pelvic region. |
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aspiration | Withdrawal of fluid from a cavity or sac with an instrument using suction. |
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cauterization | Destruction of tissue by burning. |
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colposcopy | Visual examination of the vagina and cervix using a colposcope. |
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conization | Removal of a cone-shaped section (cone biopsy) of the cervix. |
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cryosurgery | Use of cold temperatures to destroy tissue. |
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culdocentesis | Needle aspiration of fluid from the cul-de-sac. |
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dilation (dilatation) and curettage (D&C) | Widening the cervix and scraping off the endometrial lining of the uterus. |
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exenteration | Removal of internal organs within a cavity. |
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laparoscopy | Visual examination of the abdominal cavity using an endoscope (laparoscope). |
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tubal ligation | Blocking the fallopian tubes to prevent fertilization from occurring. |
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abortion (AB) | Termination of pregnancy before the embryo or fetus can exist on its own. |
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amniocentesis | Needle puncture of the amniotic sac to withdraw amniotic fluid for analysis. |
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cesarean section | Surgical incision of the abdominal wall and uterus to deliver a fetus. |
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chorionic villus sampling (CVS) | Sampling of placental tissues (chorionic villi) for prenatal diagnosis. |
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fetal monitoring | Continuous recording of the fetal heart rate and maternal uterine contractions to assess fetal status and the progress of labor. |
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in vitro fertilization (IVF) | Egg and sperm cells are combined outside the body in a laboratory dish (in vitro) to facilitate fertilization. |