Hormonal Pathology of the Uterus

Hormonal Pathology of the Uterus

Author: Liane Deligdisch-Schor

Publisher: Springer Nature

Published: 2020-05-13

Total Pages: 190

ISBN-13: 3030384748

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Hormonal influences, both natural and iatrogenic, are implicated in the most frequent health issues of women. Endometrial cancer is now the most common gynecologic cancer in the United States and the industrialized world. This cancer is strongly related to hormonal and metabolic factors. In addition, breast cancer treated with hormone therapy (Tamoxifen) may, in some cases, be associated with uterine pathology. Hormone therapy is used to improve the physiological effects and counteract abnormal and deleterious effects of “natural” hormonal activity. Millions of women receive hormone therapy at some point of their life: using oral contraceptives, reproductive technology, treatment for post-menopausal symptoms, among other uses. This book addresses a range of women’s health issues, from fertility to neoplasms, and their relationship with natural and iatrogenic hormonal effects. Chapters include clinical and pathological descriptions, theoretical and practical medical issues, and original studies and cases. Controversial issues in certain hormone therapies are presented with updated concepts based on clinical studies and novel statistical methods. The book will be useful for specialized and general physicians, oncologists, endocrinologists, researchers, medical students, and others in the field of women’s health.


The Uterus

The Uterus

Author: Albert Altchek

Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media

Published: 2012-12-06

Total Pages: 462

ISBN-13: 1461390869

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Changing approaches to diagnosis and clinical management of the uterus are comprehensively examined in this book. It gives a concise update of new concepts in physiology and pathology and their application in clinical practice. The book is designed especially for the gynecologist actively involved in patient care. Topics discussed include the pathophysiology of diethylstilbestrol (DES) changes, the immunology of the uterus, papillomaviruses and cervical neoplasia, endocervical carcinoma, mesenchymal tumors and diagnostic procedures such as colposcopy of the cervix, hysterosalpingography, and magnetic resonance imaging. The status of contemporary management is presented for hysteroscopy and hysteroscopic surgery, the congenital absence of the uterus and vagina, anovulatory dysfunctional uterine bleeding of the adolescent, uterine leiomyomata, genital prolapse, endometrial adenocarcinoma and childhood rhabdomyosarcoma of the vagina and uterus.


Atlas of Uterine Pathology

Atlas of Uterine Pathology

Author: Oluwole Fadare

Publisher: Springer

Published: 2019-06-20

Total Pages: 274

ISBN-13: 3030179311

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This Atlas of Uterine Pathology is comprehensive overview of the major pathologic processes that may be encountered in the uterine corpus and cervix. Each section is lavishly illustrated and covers normal histology as well as neoplastic and non-neoplastic diseases. Emphasis is placed on presenting the full morphologic and immunophenotypic spectrum of entities, including classical and variant pathology, in a manner that maximizes the utility of the information in routine diagnostic practice.


Diseases of the Abdomen and Pelvis 2018-2021

Diseases of the Abdomen and Pelvis 2018-2021

Author: Juerg Hodler

Publisher: Springer

Published: 2018-03-20

Total Pages: 262

ISBN-13: 3319750194

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This open access book deals with imaging of the abdomen and pelvis, an area that has seen considerable advances over the past several years, driven by clinical as well as technological developments. The respective chapters, written by internationally respected experts in their fields, focus on imaging diagnosis and interventional therapies in abdominal and pelvic disease; they cover all relevant imaging modalities, including magnetic resonance imaging, computed tomography, and positron emission tomography. As such, the book offers a comprehensive review of the state of the art in imaging of the abdomen and pelvis. It will be of interest to general radiologists, radiology residents, interventional radiologists, and clinicians from other specialties who want to update their knowledge in this area.


Atlas of Endometrial Histopathology

Atlas of Endometrial Histopathology

Author: Gisela Dallenbach-Hellweg

Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media

Published: 2013-06-29

Total Pages: 234

ISBN-13: 3662033089

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For this second, expanded edition, most of the chapters have been extensively revised to include the latest immunohistochemical and molecular biological methods. With its clearly thought-out structure, this atlas enables the pathologist to find, classify, and differentially diagnose each disease. 280 top-quality illustrations - over half in full colour - are each accompanied by a description of the pathology of the disease, a summary of the causes, an explanation of its clinical importance, and treatment options, emphasising the importance of constant mutual co-operation with the attending gynaecologist. Microphotographs are arranged systematically according to morphology, and each is followed by a short description together with the aetiology and morphologic and differential diagnosis of the different conditions. Hemming Poulsen is head of the WHO Collaborating Center for the Histological Classification of tumours and the new chapter on neoplasms, for example, reflects this new WHO classification. Additional chapters cover gestational diseases as well as new findings in infertility and hormone replacement therapy.


Histopathology of the Endometrium

Histopathology of the Endometrium

Author: Gisela Dallenbach-Hellweg

Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media

Published: 2013-03-09

Total Pages: 287

ISBN-13: 3662077884

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The endometrium differs from all other tissues of the body in that it rhythmically changes its structure and function. For many years the meaning of these changes remained puzzling and obscure. At about the turn of the century some investi gators held the physiological fluctuations of the menstrual cycle to be inflamma tory changes. Later, when stricter criteria for the pathology of the endometrium were applied, morphologists misinterpreted pathological fluctuations in the cycle either as physiological variations, or they overlooked them entirely. Today as previously the pathologist is often confronted with the dilemma that he is unable to adequately diagnose the endometrium merely from the structural changes. Accordingly, the gynecologist finds the pathological report of little value. In like manner, if the clinical information given the pathologist is incomplete, then he cannot form a clear notion of the clinical problem. Although the detection of focal lesions of the endometrium is important, of much greater consequence is the recognition of functional (hormonally controlled) variations and their cyclic course, for it is from these that the clinician is guided in deciding what therapy he should use. The ability to detect such functional changes requires not only that the morphologist possess a thorough knowledge of the physiological and pathological anatomy of the endometrium but also that he receive exact information about the patient's menstrual history and have in sight into clinical problems.


Cancer of the Uterus

Cancer of the Uterus

Author: Thomas Stephen Cullen

Publisher:

Published: 1900

Total Pages: 782

ISBN-13:

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Cullen is remembered for "Cullen's sign", a discoloration of the skin about the umbilicous, regarded as a sign of ruptured ectopic gestation.


Endometriosis

Endometriosis

Author: Tasuku Harada

Publisher: Springer

Published: 2014-08-06

Total Pages: 475

ISBN-13: 4431544216

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Endometriosis is one of the most common gynecological diseases, causing pelvic pain, infertility, and cancer. The condition reduces the quality of life for the estimated 10% of menstruating women who are affected by it. This book provides a clear insight into the pathogenesis and pathophysiology of endometriosis—essential information for clinicians intending to successfully treat the condition. The first part covers a range of topics including stem cells, NK cells, macrophages, inflammation, cytokines, epigenetics, prostaglandin, sex steroids, aromatase, apoptosis, nerve fibers, and malignant transformation to aid in understanding the pathogenesis and pathophysiology of the disease. The second part provides useful tools for therapy, specifically, notable recent techniques in prevention, imaging, biomarkers, medical treatments, surgical treatments, prevention of recurrence, and infertility treatments. Each chapter was written by an expert in the field, with nearly 40 researchers and clinicians contributing to the work. This book will be highly useful to clinicians as well as to research scientists who are interested in this enigmatic disease.