10 Questions
Which bacterium is NOT commonly associated with causing acute endometritis?
Chlamydia
What is the main cause of puerperal sepsis?
Retained blood clots or placental fragments
What is the characteristic gross appearance of the uterus in puerperal sepsis?
Large (subinvoluted), soft with shreddy (purulent) yellowish endometrium
What is the microscopic characteristic of the endometrium in septic endometritis?
Inflammation rich in neutrophils, pus cells, with necrosis
What are the potential complications of puerperal sepsis?
All of the above
What is the most accepted theory to explain endometriosis?
The metaplastic theory
What is the cause of infertility in chronic tuberculous endometritis?
Formation of granulomata and caseation in the endometrium
What is the characteristic appearance of endometriosis in the ovaries?
Chocolate cysts
Which disorder is chronic endometritis associated with?
Chronic pelvic inflammatory disease (PID)
What is the key diagnostic feature of chronic endometritis?
Presence of plasma cells in the stroma
Test your knowledge of reproductive pathology with a focus on the uterine body and endometrial changes in the menstrual cycle. This quiz covers inflammatory disorders such as acute endometritis, its causes, and puerperal sepsis. Brush up on your understanding of these topics and enhance your pathology expertise.
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