adnexa

noun

Pronunciation: /ædˈnɛksə/

Definition

Structures or tissues connected to an organ, specifically the ovaries, fallopian tubes, and surrounding connective tissue in the female reproductive system.

Examples

• The ultrasound revealed a mass located within the left adnexa.

• Inflammation of the adnexa is a common clinical finding in cases of pelvic inflammatory disease.

• The surgeon performed a careful dissection to preserve the healthy adnexa during the procedure.

Synonyms of adnexa

Words with a similar meaning to adnexa:

• appendages
• attachments
• adnexal structures
• pelvic organs

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