Morcellation devices in surgery. Laparoscopic morcellation is commonly used at surgery to remove bulky specimens from the abdomen using minimally invasive techniques. Historically, morcellation was performed using a device that required the surgeon or assistant to manually 'squeeze' the handle.
Endocrine functions of the kidneys. The kidneys produce three important hormones: erythropoietin, calcitriol (1,25- dihydroxycholecalciferol) and renin. They also synthesize prostaglandins, which affect many processes in the kidneys.
Gonads: Testes and Ovaries, produce steroid sex hormones identical to those produced by adrenal cortical cells. Estrogen, Progesterone, Testosterone. List the major endocrine organs and major hormones in each. Describe their body locations and how their major hormones function.