N83: Noninflammatory disorders of ovary, fallopian tube and broad ligament
N83.5: Torsion of ovary, ovarian pedicle and fallopian tube
The ovaries are part of the female genitals. There are two ovaries, one on each side. The ovaries sit low down in the abdomen. Egg cells mature in the ovaries. The egg cells can later develop into a child. The ovaries also produce various messenger substances. The two fallopian tubes go to the right and left of the ovaries towards the womb. They are like tubes and they transport the egg cells from the ovaries to the uterus.
The ovaries and fallopian tubes are held in place by various ligaments. However the ovaries and fallopian tubes can still move a little. There are a number of changes to the ovaries and fallopian tubes that can allow them to move more. These include, for example, formation of large fluid-filled sacs (cysts).
If this happens, the ovaries or the fallopian tubes can become badly twisted. This can also constrict the blood supply to the ovaries or fallopian tubes. The ovaries or fallopian tubes can be badly damaged as a result. This can cause severe abdominal pain. You may also feel nauseous or need to vomit.
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