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What is the main characteristic of endometriosis?
What is the main characteristic of endometriosis?
- Inflammation of the endometrial tissue
- Genetic mutation of endometrial cells
- Abnormal presence of endometrial tissue outside the uterus (correct)
- Presence of neoplastic cells
Which theory explains the backflow of endometrial tissue through the fallopian tubes during menstruation?
Which theory explains the backflow of endometrial tissue through the fallopian tubes during menstruation?
- Vascular/Lymphatic spread theory
- Multifactorial theory
- Regurgitation theory (correct)
- Metaplastic theory
Where can extra-pelvic endometriosis occur?
Where can extra-pelvic endometriosis occur?
- Uterus
- Myometrium
- Vagina (correct)
- Fallopian tubes
What is the main hormonal stimulation for endometriosis of the ovaries?
What is the main hormonal stimulation for endometriosis of the ovaries?
What is a potential complication of endometriosis of the ovaries?
What is a potential complication of endometriosis of the ovaries?
Which of the following is a potential complication of ovarian endometriosis (chocolate cyst)?
Which of the following is a potential complication of ovarian endometriosis (chocolate cyst)?
What is the characteristic microscopic appearance of leiomyoma or fibroma?
What is the characteristic microscopic appearance of leiomyoma or fibroma?
What is the most common benign tumor in females during active reproductive life?
What is the most common benign tumor in females during active reproductive life?
What is the main complication of severe/Atypical endometrial hyperplasia?
What is the main complication of severe/Atypical endometrial hyperplasia?
What is the characteristic feature present in adenocarcinoma and absent in atypical/severe hyperplasia?
What is the characteristic feature present in adenocarcinoma and absent in atypical/severe hyperplasia?
