A Case of Bleeding from Corpus Luteum

Ruptured corpus luteum cyst in early pregnancy: a case report.

INTRODUCTION Transvaginal sonography and human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG) testing are cornerstones of modern clinical practice in cases with the suspected ectopic pregnancy. In unclear cases, if the level of hCG is above the discriminatory zones, the use of uterine curettage is recommended.There is an increasing concern that strict observation of the guidelines would potentially harm otherwis...

Massive intraperitoneal haemorrhage from a ruptured corpus luteum cyst.

Biology of the Corpus luteum

Corpus luteum (CL) is a small, transient endocrine gland formed following ovulation from the secretory cells of the ovarian follicles. The main function of CL is the production of progesterone, a hormone which regulates various reproductive functions. Progesterone plays a key role in the regulation of the length of estrous cycle and in the implantation of the blastocysts. Preovulatory surge of ...

Angiogenesis in the corpus luteum

The corpus luteum (CL) is a site of intense angiogenesis. Within a short period, this is followed either by controlled regression of the microvascular tree in the non-fertile cycle, or maintenance and stabilisation of the new vasculature a conceptual cycle. The molecular regulation of these diverse aspects is examined. The CL provides a unique model system in which to study the cellular and mol...

Ruptured Corpus Luteum Cyst –a Diagnostic Pitfall

A 25year old P2+1 woman presented to the gynaecology emergency unit at the Federal Medical Centre Gombe with a one day history of abdominal pain and dizziness. Ultrasound scan diagnosis was that of acute ruptured ectopic pregnancy. She had emergency exploratory laparotomy with right oophorectomy. Histology revealed ruptured corpus luteum cyst. The management pitfalls are highlighted.