adnexa

[US]/ˈædˌneksə/
[UK]/ədˈnek.sə/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.The anatomical parts that are attached to or near a main organ or structure; appendages.
Word Forms
Pluraladnexas

Example Sentences

the surgeon carefully examined the patient's adnexa during the procedure.

imaging studies revealed an abnormality in her ovarian adnexa.

the pain was localized to the patient's pelvic adnexa.

inflammation of the fallopian tubes is a common condition affecting the adnexa.

the gynecologist specializes in diagnosing and treating disorders of the female adnexa.

adnexal masses can be benign or malignant, requiring further investigation.

the patient's history of pelvic inflammatory disease may have affected her adnexa.

surgical removal of the adnexa is a last resort in treating certain gynecological conditions.

early detection and treatment of adnexal problems can prevent serious complications.

the ultrasound revealed a cyst in the patient's right adnexa.

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