Uterine tubes

The tubes transport ova from the ovary to the uterine cavity. They are about 10cm long, and lie inside the broad ligament, which is very important, although difficult to visualise.

The most important thing about them is how they go wrong. Scarring, from Chlamydia, or from anything that causes Pelvic Inflammatory Disease can prevent ova passing through the tube, or stop fertilised eggs reaching the uterus, leading to an increased rate of ectopic pregnancies. These lead to removal of the tube, which obviously affects fertility.

Clinical Conditions

• Chlamydia
• PID
• Inflammation (sometimes secondary to presence of an intra uterine device)