Follicular Atresia

The degeneration and resorption of an OVARIAN FOLLICLE before it reaches maturity and ruptures.

Year introduced: 1991(1985)

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Tree Number(s): G08.686.290

MeSH Unique ID: D005496

Entry Terms:

• Atresia, Follicular
• Atresias, Follicular
• Follicular Atresias

Previous Indexing:

• Graafian Follicle (1966-1984)
• Ovulation (1966-1984)

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Phenomena and Processes Category
Reproductive and Urinary Physiological Phenomena
Reproductive Physiological Phenomena
Follicular Atresia