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Discussion Topic #5: Reproductive System
Discussion Topic #5: Reproductive System
Case Study: Endometriosis
Please study the Endometriosis Pathophysiology Group Project prepared by a group of students at Ohio State University:
https://u.osu.edu/fronk.21/casepresentation/ (Links to an external site.)
After completing your review of the patient case presentation, differential diagnoses, pathophysiology & clinical presentation, please answer the following questions:
- What is endometriosis?
- Normal Physiology: Female Reproductive Cycle
The endometrium undergoes changes during the uterine phases in response to ovarian events. Using the table below, fill in the correct information regarding uterine physiology
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Which ovarian hormone regulates this uterine phase? |
Which ovarian phase does this uterine phase overlap with (align with)? |
How does the endometrial lining change during this phase? Why?
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- Pathophysiology: The group discusses various theories which scientists have proposed to explain the pathophysiology mechanisms behind why endometriosis occurs. Discuss at least three of these proposed theories.