Gynecologic pathology
Gynecologic Pathology
Gynecologic Pathology (pronunciation: gy-nuh-ko-logic puh-thol-uh-jee) is a specialized branch of Pathology that deals with diseases and conditions affecting the Female Reproductive System.
Etymology
The term 'Gynecologic Pathology' is derived from two Greek words: 'gynē' meaning 'woman' and 'logia' meaning 'study of'. 'Pathology' is derived from the Greek words 'pathos' meaning 'suffering' and 'logia' meaning 'study of'. Thus, Gynecologic Pathology refers to the study of diseases affecting women, specifically their reproductive systems.
Overview
Gynecologic Pathology is a subspecialty of Anatomic Pathology and Clinical Pathology. It involves the diagnosis and study of diseases of the female reproductive organs, including the vagina, uterus, ovaries, and fallopian tubes, as well as the mammary glands. This field also includes the study of diseases during pregnancy (Obstetrical Pathology).
Related Terms
- Cervical Pathology: The study of diseases and conditions affecting the cervix.
- Endometrial Pathology: The study of diseases and conditions affecting the endometrium, the inner lining of the uterus.
- Ovarian Pathology: The study of diseases and conditions affecting the ovaries.
- Vulvar Pathology: The study of diseases and conditions affecting the vulva.
- Vaginal Pathology: The study of diseases and conditions affecting the vagina.
- Breast Pathology: The study of diseases and conditions affecting the mammary glands.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Gynecologic pathology
- Wikipedia's article - Gynecologic pathology
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