Female Reproductive System

This course reviews the clinical pathophysiology of the female reproductive system, focusing on the anatomy and physiology of the reproductive organs, endocrine feedback systems, and the regulation of the menstrual cycle. Topics include the pathology of external and internal genital diseases, such as infections, rashes, and uterine bleeding disorders, as well as conditions like endometriosis, polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), and ectopic pregnancies. The course also explores neoplasia, with an emphasis on cervical and vulvar cancers, HPV-associated carcinomas, and related vaccines. Additionally, it addresses amenorrhea and infertility, offering an algorithmic approach to the evaluation and diagnosis of primary and secondary amenorrhea and associated conditions such as Turner syndrome and Kallmann syndrome.