Uterus
hideThe uterus (Latin word for womb) is a major female hormone-responsive reproductive sex organ of most mammals, including humans. It is within the uterus that the foetus develops during gestation. The term uterus is used consistently within the medical and related professions; the Germanic term, womb is more common in everyday usage. The plural of uterus is uteruses or uteri.
One end, the cervix, opens into the vagina; the other is connected on both sides to the Fallopian tubes.
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Researchers find robotic repair for vaginal prolapse has significant benefits
Nov 09, 2009 |
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New Mayo Clinic research has found that robotic surgery for vaginal prolapse dramatically reduces patient hospital stay and recovery time. These findings are being presented this week at the North Central Section of the American ...
Young early stage ovarian cancer patients can preserve fertility
Aug 10, 2009 |
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A new study finds that young women with early-stage ovarian cancer can preserve future fertility by keeping at least one ovary or the uterus without increasing the risk of dying from the disease. The study is published in ...
Uterine cells produce their own estrogen during pregnancy
Jul 20, 2009 |
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For decades, scientists assumed that the ovary alone produced steroid hormones during pregnancy. In a new study in mice, however, researchers demonstrate that once an embryo attaches to the uterine wall, the ...
Avoiding hysterectomy: Major interventional radiology E-collection info available
Jul 14, 2009 |
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For the first time, the Society of Interventional Radiology has assembled a major electronic collection of professional articles about uterine artery embolization, a treatment directed toward a number of conditions involving ...
Uterus sparing surgery is a safe and effective treatment for pelvic organ prolapse
Apr 26, 2009 |
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Researchers presented data at the 104th Annual Scientific Meeting of the American Urological Association (AUA) showing that uterus sparing surgery is an effective and safe treatment for women who want to preserve the integrity ...
New ultrasound-guided biopsy method allows improved diagnosis of endometrial disease
Apr 14, 2009 |
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A procedure used in conjunction with a vaginal ultrasound might make it easier to visualize and diagnose diseases in the lining of the uterus, researchers at UT Southwestern Medical Center have found.
Engineering bouncing babies, one at a time
Mar 02, 2009 |
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As hopeful moms-to-be learn, there are important considerations to the successful implantation of a fertilized human egg. A calm environment, regular hormonal injections and the timing of the implantation can all affect the ...
A mathematical method helps to select human embryos
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Feb 24, 2009 |
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A team of researchers from the University of the Basque Country (UPV-EHU) have developed a mathematical classification which makes it possible to select human embryos for use in assisted reproduction treatments. ...
