fallopian tubes

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Cilia is a secretion that lines the walls i.e. the endometrium of the fallopian tubes. When an egg is expelled from the ovary it passes into the fallopian tube. The endometrium is thick during the menstrual cycle and if there is no fertilised egg the thickened endometrium passes off and menstruation occurs. However if fertilisation occurs i.e. a process during intercourse. The fertilised egg is transported to the uterus through the fallopian tubes with the help of the cilia. However if the egg is fertilised in the tube or any area outside the uterus an ectopic pregnancy occurs. However sometimes ectopic implantation’s occur outside the tubes; abdomen, cervix etc. To prevent complications that follow ectopic pregnancy immediate surgical removal of conception products are required.

The fallopian tubes are crucial to prevent conception and are also an important cause for infertility. To prevent conception the tubes are tied-up in a process called tubal ligation. This is now avoided, as new methods do not require the tubes to be closed.

Fallopian Cancer: When the cells in the fallopian tubes multiply beyond control. Fallopian cancer occurs. The tumour grows immensely and begins to press the walls of the tube, thus causing pelvic pain. If the cells are not controlled the tumour grows on to the outer surface spreading throughout the groin region.

This is a very rare type of cancer observed in postmenopausal women. Chances are that cancer from other organs spread to the fallopian tube rather than cancer developing in the tube itself.

A few symptoms of approaching cancer include abnormal vaginal bleeding, especially after menopause or white discharge (white, clear or pinkish). Treatment for fallopian-tube cancer includes surgery and chemotherapy.

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