Abnormal Uterine Bleeding: Classification — Flashcards

_____ theory of metastasis states that embolization of menstrual fragments through vascular and lymphatic channels is the etiology of endometriosis

Abnormal uterine bleeding is further subcategorized by PALM-COEIN; with Structural causes including:- P_____- Adenomyosis- Leiomyoma- Malignancy / hyperplasia

If undiagnosed at birth, an imperforate hymen presents with _____ and cyclic abdominal / pelvic pain due to accumulation of menstrual blood in the vagina / uterus

Abnormal uterine bleeding is characterized as either _____ bleeding (AUB/HMB) or intermenstrual bleeding (AUB/IMB)

Abnormal uterine bleeding is further subcategorized by PALM-COEIN; with Non-structural causes including:- C_____- Ovulatory dysfunction- Endometrial- Iatrogenic- Not yet classified

_____ theory of retrograde menstruation states that reflux of menstrual endometrium and subsequent implantation in the surrounding structures, is the etiology of endometriosis

In cases of heavy menstrual bleeding, Abnormal uterine bleeding can be treated with _____ therapy or NSAIDS / tranexamic acid

_____ agenesis, also known as Mayer-Rokitansky-Kuster-Hauser syndrome, presents as primary amenorrhea in females with fully developed secondary sexual characteristics

In the middle of the menstrual cycle _____ occurs, which occurs 14 days prior to menses

_____ syndrome is secondary amenorrhea due to loss and scarring of the basalis layer of the endometrium