[Effect of appendectomy in the pubertal age on the development of menstrual function in girls]

Vestn Khir Im I I Grek. 1988 Apr;140(4):90-2.
[Article in Russian]

Abstract

Appendectomy when performed at the pubertant age is considered to be an etiological factor causing a disturbance of the menstrual cycle in girls. While revising the internal genitals during appendectomy, it is necessary to differentiate possible pathological alterations in the ovaries from their physiological changes associated with functional peculiar features which are characteristic of the pubertant age.

Publication types

  • English Abstract

MeSH terms

  • Adolescent
  • Appendectomy / adverse effects*
  • Child
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Menstrual Cycle*
  • Menstruation Disturbances / etiology*
  • Ovary / physiopathology*
  • Puberty / physiology