Jove
Visualize
Contact Us
JoVE
x logofacebook logolinkedin logoyoutube logo
ABOUT JoVE
OverviewLeadershipBlogJoVE Help Center
AUTHORS
Publishing ProcessEditorial BoardScope & PoliciesPeer ReviewFAQSubmit
LIBRARIANS
TestimonialsSubscriptionsAccessResourcesLibrary Advisory BoardFAQ
RESEARCH
JoVE JournalMethods CollectionsJoVE Encyclopedia of ExperimentsArchive
EDUCATION
JoVE CoreJoVE BusinessJoVE Science EducationJoVE Lab ManualFaculty Resource CenterFaculty Site
Terms & Conditions of Use
Privacy Policy
Policies

Related Concept Videos

Case Studies01:22

Case Studies

13.4K
There are many research methods available to psychologists in their efforts to understand, describe, and explain behavior and the cognitive and biological processes that underlie it.
13.4K
Imaging Studies I: Kidney, Ureter, and Bladder Studies01:28

Imaging Studies I: Kidney, Ureter, and Bladder Studies

317
Kidney, Ureter, and Bladder (KUB) StudiesKidney, Ureter, and Bladder (KUB) studies are standard diagnostic imaging procedures used to assess the anatomy of the urinary system. They are commonly utilized for patients experiencing abdominal pain or urinary symptoms. By using a simple X-ray of the abdomen, KUB studies can reveal structural and pathological abnormalities within the kidneys, ureters, and bladder. These studies are particularly valuable in diagnosing kidney stones, urinary...
317
Longitudinal Studies01:26

Longitudinal Studies

494
Longitudinal studies are also widely used in other medical and social science fields. For instance, in cardiovascular research, they can monitor patients' health over decades to identify risk factors for heart disease, such as high cholesterol or smoking, and evaluate the long-term effectiveness of preventive measures. Similarly, in mental health studies, researchers might follow individuals from adolescence into adulthood to understand the development and progression of conditions like...
494
Observational Studies01:11

Observational Studies

10.8K
Observational studies are a type of analytical study where researchers observe events without any interventions. In other words, the researcher does not influence the response variable or the experiment's outcome.
There are three types of observational studies – Prospective, retrospective, and cross-sectional.
Prospective Study
Prospective studies, also known as longitudinal or cohort studies, are carried out by collecting future data from groups sharing similar characteristics. One...
10.8K
Studying the Cytoskeleton01:17

Studying the Cytoskeleton

8.6K
The cytoskeletal architecture can be studied using different microscopic and biochemical techniques. Electron microscopy was instrumental in discovering the cytoskeletal architecture around the 1960s, which allowed obtaining structural information at a high-resolution level. However, the sample preparation procedure often limits this ability in biological samples. Several protocols have been developed over the years to optimize sample preparation. In one of the protocols known as rotary...
8.6K
Bioavailability Study Design: Single Versus Multiple Dose Studies01:11

Bioavailability Study Design: Single Versus Multiple Dose Studies

225
Bioavailability studies are essential for understanding how a drug is absorbed, distributed, metabolized, and excreted in the body. These studies assess the extent and rate at which the active pharmaceutical agent becomes available at the site of action. The design of bioavailability studies can involve single-dose or multiple-dose regimens, each with distinct advantages and limitations.Single-dose studies are the preferred approach due to their simplicity and reduced drug exposure for...
225

You might also read

Related Articles

Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

Sort by
Same author

PATHOMORPHOLOGY OF VERRUCAE: A CLINICOPATHOLOGIC STUDY.

Annals of Ibadan postgraduate medicine·2025
Same author

The Pre-Fibroscan and Fibroscan Era: A Comparative Study of Histologic Diagnosis of Liver Biopsies.

West African journal of medicine·2024
Same author

A retrospective study on the outcomes of stapedotomy with vein graft interposition and vein graft surround techniques.

The Journal of laryngology and otology·2023
Same author

A Clinico-Pathological Study of Vulvo-Vaginal Disease at a Nigerian Tertiary Health Facility.

West African journal of medicine·2023
Same author

Microencapsulation of n-tetradecane with poly (methyl methacrylate-co-methacrylic acid) shell by seeded emulsion polymerisation and its thermal energy storage characteristics.

Journal of microencapsulation·2023
Same author

A cadaveric temporal bone study of the anatomical landmarks for middle turn cochleostomy.

The Journal of laryngology and otology·2023
Same journal

Multicentric Castleman Disease Initially Diagnosed as Disseminated Tuberculosis in an Adolescent Boy in Sokoto, Nigeria.

West African journal of medicine·2026
Same journal

Long-term Outcomes of Low-Energy Open Tibial Shaft Fractures: A 10-Year Follow-up Study of Infection Rates.

West African journal of medicine·2026
Same journal

The Ibadan Chronic Heart Failure Project: Baseline Clinical Profile, Management, and Six-Month Outcomes of the First 1,290 Participants.

West African journal of medicine·2026
Same journal

Whispers from a Hollow Place: Caregiver Experiences Following Childhood Cancer Survival in Lagos State: A Qualitative Study.

West African journal of medicine·2026
Same journal

Effect of a Mobile Health Intervention on Sexual and Reproductive Health Literacy and Service Utilisation among University Students in Southwest Nigeria.

West African journal of medicine·2026
Same journal

Optimising Asthma Control in a Sub-Saharan African Population: Assessing Agreement among Five Standardized Questionnaires.

West African journal of medicine·2026
See all related articles

Related Experiment Video

Updated: Jan 27, 2026

Symmetric Bihemispheric Postmortem Brain Cutting to Study Healthy and Pathological Brain Conditions in Humans
08:29

Symmetric Bihemispheric Postmortem Brain Cutting to Study Healthy and Pathological Brain Conditions in Humans

Published on: December 18, 2016

14.6K

Adenomyosis:A Clinico-pathological Study.

I Emmanuel1, A Ochigbo, A Philip

  • 1Department of Histopathology, Jos University Teaching Hospital, Jos, Plateau State, Nigeria.

West African Journal of Medicine
|March 30, 2019
PubMed
Summary
This summary is machine-generated.

Adenomyosis is most common in the fourth decade and often coexists with leiomyoma. Menorrhagia is the most frequent symptom, with retrospective histology after hysterectomy being the diagnostic standard.

More Related Videos

Noninvasive Intratracheal Intubation to Study the Pathology and Physiology of Mouse Lung
05:15

Noninvasive Intratracheal Intubation to Study the Pathology and Physiology of Mouse Lung

Published on: November 8, 2013

25.6K
Using Saccadometry with Deep Brain Stimulation to Study Normal and Pathological Brain Function
05:44

Using Saccadometry with Deep Brain Stimulation to Study Normal and Pathological Brain Function

Published on: July 14, 2016

7.9K

Related Experiment Videos

Last Updated: Jan 27, 2026

Symmetric Bihemispheric Postmortem Brain Cutting to Study Healthy and Pathological Brain Conditions in Humans
08:29

Symmetric Bihemispheric Postmortem Brain Cutting to Study Healthy and Pathological Brain Conditions in Humans

Published on: December 18, 2016

14.6K
Noninvasive Intratracheal Intubation to Study the Pathology and Physiology of Mouse Lung
05:15

Noninvasive Intratracheal Intubation to Study the Pathology and Physiology of Mouse Lung

Published on: November 8, 2013

25.6K
Using Saccadometry with Deep Brain Stimulation to Study Normal and Pathological Brain Function
05:44

Using Saccadometry with Deep Brain Stimulation to Study Normal and Pathological Brain Function

Published on: July 14, 2016

7.9K

Area of Science:

  • Gynecology
  • Pathology
  • Reproductive Medicine

Background:

  • Adenomyosis is characterized by endometrial glands and stroma within the myometrium.
  • Symptoms include abnormal bleeding, pain, infertility, and pelvic mass, often non-specific.
  • Diagnosis relies on imaging and histology, with treatment options including medical and surgical interventions.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To analyze diagnosed adenomyosis cases at Jos University Teaching Hospital.
  • To investigate the relationship between adenomyosis, patient age, symptoms, and coexisting utero-cervical pathologies.
  • To evaluate diagnostic methods for adenomyosis in the study population.

Main Methods:

  • Retrospective analysis of 157 adenomyosis cases diagnosed between 2007 and 2013.
  • Data collected from Medical Records, Radiology, and Histopathology departments.
  • Histological confirmation of adenomyosis through review of archival slides or tissue blocks.

Main Results:

  • Adenomyosis was diagnosed in 157 cases, with 68.2% having adenomyosis only and 31.8% coexisting with leiomyoma.
  • The mean age of patients was 43.57 years, with the highest incidence in the 41-50 age group.
  • Menorrhagia was the most frequent symptom, reported in 82.8% of all cases.

Conclusions:

  • Adenomyosis is prevalent in the fourth decade of life.
  • Leiomyoma is a common coexisting pathology, and menorrhagia is the predominant symptom.
  • Retrospective histology post-hysterectomy is the established diagnostic method in this center.