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fallopian tubes

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  1. The slender tubes through which ova pass from the ovaries to the uterus. Fertilization normally takes place in the fallopian tubes. (See reproductive systems.)


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Serious medical complications forced doctors to remove her uterus and fallopian tubes.

From The Wall Street Journal Dec. 28, 2025

Endometriosis is caused when tissue similar to the womb's lining grows in other parts of the body such as the ovaries and fallopian tubes.

From BBC Aug. 17, 2025

“RRM diagnoses and treats the root causes of infertility, like endometriosis, PCOS, low sperm count, blocked fallopian tubes, miscarriages and hormonal imbalances.”

From Salon Aug. 8, 2025

It's not completely clear why they happen, although inflammation and scar tissue in the fallopian tubes can increase the risk.

From BBC Dec. 30, 2024

He explains the fallopian tubes and ovaries and follicles and uterine lining.

From "The Queen of Water" by Laura Resau

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