Hemosalpinx

/ˌhɛmoʊˈsælpɪŋks/ noun

Definition

Bleeding or blood accumulation in a fallopian tube, often associated with ectopic pregnancy.

Etymology

From Greek 'haima' (blood) + 'salpinx' (trumpet, tube). The term specifically names blood collection in the reproductive tubes that are trumpet-shaped.

Kelly Says

Hemosalpinx is a dangerous sign of ectopic pregnancy—when an embryo implants in the fallopian tube instead of the uterus, it can rupture and cause massive internal bleeding that requires emergency surgery.

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