The is a hormone-secreting structure that develops in an ovary after an ovum has been discharged but degenerates after a few days unless pregnancy has begun.

The corpus luteum secretes , which is a steroid hormone responsible for the development of the endometrium

The average menstrual cycle last days

During menstruation, arteriolar constriction brings above shedding of the functional layer of the

Which layer of the uterus is most prone to development of carcinomas?

Which condition can be described as the following:
"an often painful disorder in which tissue that normally lines the inside of your uterus grows outside of your uterus, most commonly in your ovaries, fallopian tubes and the tissue lining your pelvis.

is a condition affecting 50% of women with abnormal uterine bleeding. This diagnosis is made by exclusion and is also known as non-organic menorrhagia.

Ovulatory Dysfunctional Uterine Bleeding (the less common type) is thought to be caused by an inadequate production of by the corpus luteum.

Investigations of Dysfunctional Uterine Bleeding may require imaging of the uterus. Where Ultrasound scans are not enough, a scope can be inserted into the vagina and into the uterus in order to view its contents.
This procedure is called

If medical treatments fail for Dysfunctional Uterine Bleeding, surgical treatment in the form of endometrial should be attempted. If this is unsuccessful, surgical removal of the uterus (called a ) should be considered.

A sub-total hysterectomy involves removal of the uterus but preservation of the .