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PEATE’S BODY SYSTEMS
THE FEMALE REPRODUCTIVE SYSTEM

A CONCISE, ILLUSTRATED, AND ACCESSIBLE GUIDE TO THE FEMALE REPRODUCTIVE SYSTEM

Each of the twelve volumes in Peate’s Body Systems series is rooted in the belief that a deep and thorough understanding of the human body is essential for providing the highest standard of care. Offering clear, accessible and up-to-date information on different body systems, this series bridges the gap between complex scientific concepts and practical, everyday applications in health and care settings. This series makes for an invaluable resource for those committed to understanding the intricacies of human biology, physiology and the various systems that sustain life.

The Female Reproductive System is the perfect companion for students and newly registered practitioners across nursing and allied health fields with an interest in female reproductive health, providing a comprehensive yet easy-to-digest guide for both academic and clinical application.

  • Equips healthcare students and practitioners with the necessary information to provide safe and competent care
  • Features colourful illustrations to aid comprehension, clarify complicated concepts, and render content more engaging and accessible
  • Empowers readers to adapt to a rapidly evolving healthcare landscape, preparing them for the future of healthcare delivery
  • Contains information necessary for effective patient care of those with dysmenorrhoea, menopause, pelvic inflammatory disease, and other female reproductive diseases and conditions

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Table of Contents

Cover

Table of Contents

Title Page

Copyright

Preface

Acknowledgements

Chapter 1 Anatomy and Physiology: The Female Reproductive System

Inclusivity

The Ovaries

The Function of Female Sex Hormones

The Internal Organs

The Fallopian Tubes

The Vagina

The Cervix

The External Genitalia

The Breasts

The Menstrual Cycle

The Pituitary Gland

The Follicular Phase

The Ovulatory Phase

The Luteal Phase

The Monthly Cycle

Conclusion

Glossary of Terms

Multiple Choice Questions

References

Chapter 2 Assessment of the Female Reproductive System

Sexual Identity

Women with Learning Disability

Women’s Health

Assessing Needs

Documentation and Communication

Screening and Women’s Health

Conclusion

Glossary of Terms

Multiple Choice Questions

References

Chapter 3 Dysmenorrhoea

Menstruation

Cultural and Religious Customs

Trans and Non-binary Communities

Pathophysiological Changes Associated with Dysmenorrhoea

Epidemiology

Risk Factors

Clinical Presentation

Clinical Investigations and Diagnosis

Physical Examination

Diagnostic Tests

Management

Health Teaching

Conclusion

Glossary of Terms

Multiple Choice Questions

References

Chapter 4 Menopause

Pathophysiological Changes Associated with Menopause

Epidemiology

Risk Factors

Clinical Presentation

Clinical Investigations and Diagnosis

Management

Health Teaching

Conclusion

Glossary of Terms

Multiple Choice Questions

References

Chapter 5 Fibroids

Equality and Diversity

Pathophysiological Changes Associated with Endometriosis

Classification of Fibroids

Potential Complications Associated with Fibroids

Epidemiology

Risk Factors

Clinical Presentation

Clinical Investigations and Diagnosis

Physical Examination

Diagnostic Tests

Management

Health Teaching

Conclusion

Glossary of Terms

Multiple Choice Questions

References

Chapter 6 Breast Cancer

Cancer

Causes of Cancer

Staging of Cancers

Signs and Symptoms of Cancer

Treatment of Cancer

Women’s Health

Pathophysiological Changes Associated with Breast Cancer

Familial Breast Cancer

Epidemiology

Risk Factors

Clinical Presentation

Breast Screening

Clinical Investigations and Diagnosis

Imaging Studies

Histological Assessment

Management

Health Teaching

Conclusion

Glossary of Terms

Multiple Choice Questions

References

Chapter 7 Pelvic Inflammatory Disease

Symptomatic and Asymptomatic Pelvic Inflammatory Disease

Diagnostic Challenges

Overdiagnosis and Misdiagnosis

Association with Tubal Factor Infertility

Pathophysiological Changes Associated with Pelvic Inflammatory Disease

Epidemiology

Risk Factors

Clinical Presentation

Fitz–Hugh–Curtis Syndrome

Clinical Investigations and Diagnosis

Medical History and Physical Examination

Laboratory Tests

Differential Diagnosis

Management

Health Teaching

Conclusion

Glossary of Terms

Multiple Choice Questions

References

Chapter 8 Chlamydia

Pathophysiological Changes Associated with Chlamydia

Epidemiology

The National Chlamydia Screening Programme

Risk Factors

Clinical Presentation

Clinical Investigations and Diagnosis

Management

Health Teaching

Conclusion

Glossary of Terms

Multiple Choice Questions

References

Index

End User License Agreement

List of Illustrations

Chapter 1

Figure 1.1 The female reproductive system

Figure 1.2 Oogenesis

Figure 1.3 Developmental sequences associated with maturation of an ovum

Figure 1.4 The uterus and associated structures

Figure 1.5 The external female genitalia

Figure 1.6 The breast and surrounding structures

Figure 1.7 Hormonal regulation of the changes occurring in the ovary and uterus

Figure 1.8 Changes in the concentration of anterior pituitary and ovarian hormones

Chapter 2

Figure 2.1 Breast examination

Figure 2.2 Cervical sampling

Figure 2.3 Inserting the Cusco vaginal speculum.

Figure 2.4 The Cusco speculum in situ.

Chapter 3

Figure 3.1 Typical sites of pain associated with dysmenorrhoea

Chapter 4

Figure 4.1 The consequences of menopause

Chapter 5

Figure 5.1 Location of fibroids.

Chapter 6

Figure 6.1 The female breast. Source: Leader et al. 2024. John Wiley & Sons.

Figure 6.2 Organs affected by cancer

Figure 6.3 Common sites and symptoms of cancer metastasis

Figure 6.4 Staging of cancer

Figure 6.5 Women’s health across the life course. CROWN COPYRIGHT / CC BY 4.0

Figure 6.6 Breast examination

Figure 6.7 Breast self-examination

Chapter 7

Figure 7.1 Fitz–Hugh–Curtis syndrome

Figure 7.2 The gynaecological history and examination

Figure 7.3 Differential diagnosis of acute PID

Chapter 8

Figure 8.1 Chlamydia and the female reproductive system

Figure 8.2 Discussing sensitive issues

List of Tables

Chapter 1

Table 1.1 Layers of the uterus

Chapter 2

Table 2.1 Components of the history-taking process

Table 2.2 Aspects of the physical examination

Chapter 3

Table 3.1 Risk factors associated with primary and secondary dysmenorrhoea

Table 3.2 SOCRATE used to systematically gather information about the characteristics of...

Table 3.3 Health teaching needs of women with dysmenorrhoea

Chapter 4

Table 4.1 Terms used in menopause and menstruation

Table 4.2 Perimenopause and late menopause

Table 4.3 Risk factors associated with menopause

Table 4.4 Summary of the signs and symptoms associated with menopause

Table 4.5 The history-taking process in making a diagnosis of menopause

Chapter 5

Table 5.1 The classification of fibroids

Table 5.2 Risk factors associated with fibroid

Table 5.3 Goals of treatment

Table 5.4 Key areas for discussion with women with fibroids

Chapter 6

Table 6.1 Staging criteria

Table 6.2 Some common signs and symptoms of breast cancer

Table 6.3 Components of the history-taking approach when making a diagnosis of breast ca...

Table 6.4 The physical examination

Table 6.5 Health teaching needs for a patient with breast cancer

Chapter 7

Table 7.1 Pathophysiological changes associated with PID

Table 7.2 Risk factors associated with PID

Table 7.3 Alternative diagnoses associated with pelvic pain in women

Table 7.4 Management approach

Table 7.5 Key areas of health teaching needs for women with PID

Chapter 8

Table 8.1 Obtaining a sexual health history from a woman

Table 8.2 Some key health teaching needs for women with chlamydia

Guide

Cover

Table of Contents

Title Page

Copyright

Preface

Acknowledgements

Begin Reading

Index

End User License Agreement

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Peate’s Body Systems

The Female Reproductive System

Ian Peate, OBE FRCN EN(G) RGN DipN(Lond) RNT BEd(Hons) MA(Lond) LLM

Editor in Chief, British Journal of Nursing;

Consultant Editor, Journal of Paramedic Practice;

Consultant Editor, International Journal for Advancing Practice;

Visiting Professor, Northumbria University;

Visiting Professor, Buckinghamshire New University;

Professorial Fellow, University of Roehampton;

Visiting Senior Clinical Fellow, University of Hertfordshire

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Title: The female reproductive system / Ian Peate, OBE FRCN EN(G) RGN DipN(Lond) RNT Bed BEd (Hons) MA(Lond) LLM Editor in Chief, British Journal of Nursing; Consultant Editor, Journal of Paramedic Practice; Consultant Editor, International Journal for Advancing Practice; Visiting Professor, Northumbria University; Visiting Professor, St Georges University of London and Kingston University London; Professorial Fellow, Roehampton University; Visiting Senior Clinical Fellow, University of Hertfordshire.

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Preface

Welcome to Peate’s Body Systems; there are 12 books in the series. This is a comprehensive collection of textbooks designed to support and enrich the knowledge of health and care workers across various fields. This series is intended to be a valuable resource for those who are dedicated to understanding the intricacies of human biology, physiology and the various systems that sustain life.

Peate’s Body Systems series is rooted in the belief that a deep and thorough understanding of the human body is essential for providing the highest standard of care. Each book in this series is thoroughly crafted to offer clear, accurate and up-to-date information on different body systems. The aim is to bridge the gap between complex scientific concepts and practical, everyday applications in healthcare settings.

Purpose and Scope

The purpose of this series is to provide health and care workers with:

Foundational knowledge, with explanations of the anatomical structures and physiological functions of the body systems

Insights into how these systems interact with each other and how they are impacted by various diseases and conditions, highlighting clinical relevance and encouraging practical application

Structure of the Series

Each book in Peate’s Body Systems focuses on a specific body system:

The Cardiovascular System

The Respiratory System

The Digestive System

The Renal System

The Nervous System

The Endocrine System

The Female Reproductive System

The Male Reproductive System

The Musculoskeletal System

The Skin

The Ear, Nose and Throat

The Eyes

Every chapter is designed to be comprehensive yet accessible, making complex information easier to digest and apply. Figures, tables, boxes, illustrations and flowcharts have been extensively used to support visual learning and reinforce key concepts.

This series is tailored for:

Healthcare students: those in nursing and allied health programmes

Practicing professionals: nurses, therapists and other care workers seeking to deepen their understanding and stay current with the latest developments in health and care

Educators and trainers: educators who require reliable and comprehensive teaching materials to advise and instruct the next generation of healthcare providers

Commitment to Excellence.

The series is committed to providing quality educational resources that not only inform but also inspire and empower health and care workers. By equipping you with a robust understanding of the systems of life, you will be better prepared to make informed decisions, deliver compassionate care and ultimately improve patient outcomes.

Thank you for choosing Peate’s Body Systems as your trusted resource. I hope these textbooks serve as a valuable tool in your ongoing journey of learning and professional development.

Ian Peate

London

Acknowledgements

I would like to acknowledge the help and support of my partner Jussi Lahtinen. Acknowledgements also go to staff at the RCN Library in London. My thanks go to Tom Marriott, Christabel Daniel Raj, Bhavya Boopathi and all those at Wiley.