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What is an atrophic endometrium?

By Rebeca Reus BSc, MSc (embryologist).
Last Update: 08/27/2018

An atrophic endometrium is a thinning of the inner layer that covers the uterine cavity (the endometrium).

Endometrial atrophy can occur during progestin contraception, secondary amenorrhea with estrogen deficiency or after curettage.

 Rebeca Reus
Rebeca Reus
BSc, MSc
Embryologist
Degree in Human Biology (Biochemistry) from the Pompeu Fabra University (UPF). Official Master's Degree in Clinical Analysis Laboratory from the UPF and Master’s Degree about the Theoretical Basis and Laboratory Procedures in Assisted Reproduction from the University of Valencia (UV).
Embryologist. Degree in Human Biology (Biochemistry) from the Pompeu Fabra University (UPF). Official Master's Degree in Clinical Analysis Laboratory from the UPF and Master’s Degree about the Theoretical Basis and Laboratory Procedures in Assisted Reproduction from the University of Valencia (UV).