K.5.3 Tumour of the cervix causing pyometron

• The uterus is grossly enlarged, weighing 600g.
• The surface contains engorged veins.
• Lumen was filled with greenish yellow fluid – pus.
• Cut section of the uterus – the wall is extremely thinned out.
• The inner wall of the uterus was lined by yellow crumbly material – probably pus.
• Also the inner wall contains minute haemorrhagic areas.
• The cervix is distorted in shape and is occupied by an irregular growth which occludes the cervical canal.
• Haemorrhagic areas can be seen in the growth.
• Ovaries and fallopian tubes appear normal.