Pathology · Reproductive System · Hard
Salpingitis
Meaning: Inflammation of the fallopian tubes, usually from ascending infection.
In practice: Part of pelvic inflammatory disease; tubal scarring raises the risk of infertility and ectopic pregnancy.
Word parts
- -itis means inflammation
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