Spiegelberg criteria
Spiegelberg Criteria
Spiegelberg criteria (pronunciation: /ˈʃpiːgəlbɜːrg ˈkraɪtɪəriə/) is a set of four criteria used to diagnose ovarian pregnancy. The criteria were first proposed by the German gynecologist, Otto Spiegelberg, in 1878.
Etymology
The term "Spiegelberg criteria" is named after Otto Spiegelberg, a German gynecologist who first proposed these criteria. The word "criteria" is derived from the Greek word "kriterion" which means "a standard for judging something."
Definition
Spiegelberg criteria are used to diagnose an ovarian pregnancy. The four criteria are as follows:
- The gestational sac is located in the region of the ovary.
- The ectopic pregnancy is attached to the uterus by the ovarian ligament.
- Ovarian tissue in the wall of the gestational sac is proven histologically.
- The tube on the involved side is intact.
Related Terms
- Ectopic Pregnancy: A pregnancy that occurs outside the uterus, often in the fallopian tube.
- Gestational Sac: The first visible sign of a developing pregnancy, usually seen on ultrasound.
- Ovarian Ligament: A fibrous ligament that connects the ovary to the lateral surface of the uterus.
- Histology: The study of the microscopic structure of tissues.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Spiegelberg criteria
- Wikipedia's article - Spiegelberg criteria
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