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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 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.
Discussion Topic #5: Reproductive System Answer
Endometriosis is a medical condition in which the tissue similar to the tissue that forms on the lining of the uterus grows outside of the uterine cavity, such as ovaries, bowel, and tissues linng the pelvis. The tissue that lines the uterus is called endometrium. This growing tissue is said to become inflamed and painful, which will thicken and broken down over time.