pathology- male and female reproductive system

Abruptio placentae

Premature separation of the normally implanted placenta

Breast Cancer

Malignant tumor of the breast (arising from milk glands and ducts)

Carcinoma of the cervix

Malignant cells within the cervix. Human papillomavirus (HPV)

Cervicitis

inflammation of the cervix

Choriocarcinoma

Malignant tumor of the placenta

Down Syndrome

Chromosomal abnormality (trisomy 21) results in mental retardation, abnormal growth, and a flat face with a short nose, low-set ears, and slanted eyes.

Ectopic Pregnancy

Implantation of the fertilized egg outside the uterus.

Endometrial cancer

Malignant tumor of the uterine lining (adenocarcinoma)

Endometriosis

Endometrial tissue located outside the uterus

Erythroblastosis Fetalis

Destruction of red blood cells in a newborn

Fibrocystic Disease

Numerous small sacs of fluid surrounded by dense strands of fibrous tissue in the breast.

Fibroids

Benign tumors in the uterus

Hydrocephalus

buildup of cavities and veins in the brain. fluid in the brain

Hyaline Membrane Disease

Acute lung disease commonly seen in the premature newborn.

Meconium Aspiration Syndrome

Abnormal inhalation of meconium produced by a fetus or newborn

Multiple Gestation

Presence of more than one embryo developing in the uterus during pregnancy.

Ovarian Cancer

Malignant tumor of the ovary (adenocarcinoma)

Ovarian Cysts

Fluid-filled sacs within the ovary

Pelvic Inflammatory Disease

Inflammation and infection of organs in the pelvis and abdomen; salpingitis, oophoritis, endometritis, endocervicitis.

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

Pyloric Stenosis

Narrowing of the opening of the stomach to the duodenum.

Chlamydial infection

Bacterial infection (by Chlamydia trachomatis) of the urethra and reproductive tract

Cryptorchidism

Undescended testicles

Gonorrhea

Inflammation of the genital tract mucosa, caused by infection with gonococci (berry-shaped bacteria).

Herpes Genitalis

Infection of skin and genital mucosa, caused by the herpes simplex virus (HSV).

HPV

Infection of the skin and mucous membranes in the anogenital region by the human papillomavirus

Hydrocele

Sac of clear fluid in the scrotum.

Hypospadia

Congenital abnormality in which the male urethral opening is on the undersurface of the penis, instead of at its tip.

Peyronic Disease

Abnormal curvature of the penis

Phimosis

Narrowing (stricture) of the opening of the prepuce over the glans penis

Prostate Cancer

Malignant tumor (adenocarcinoma) of the prostate gland.

Syphilis

Chronic STI caused by a spirochete (spiral-shaped bacterium).

Testicle Cancer

Malignant tumor of the testicles.

Testicular Torsion

Twisting of the spermatic cord

Variocele

Enlarged, dilated veins near the testicle.