fallopian tubes

Cultural  

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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Example Sentences

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

From The Wall Street Journal

Endometriosis is a gynaecological condition associated with menstruation where tissue, similar to the lining of the womb, is found in other areas of the body such as the ovaries, fallopian tubes, pelvis, bowel, vagina and intestines.

From BBC

After seeking medical attention following the show's run, Kingston was told the cancer was in her fallopian tubes but had not spread to the ovaries.

From BBC

Doctors later found scarring on her fallopian tubes, and despite operations she has not been able to have children.

From BBC

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