Q50: Congenital malformations of ovaries, fallopian tubes and broad ligaments
Q50.3: Other congenital malformations of ovary
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.
If tissue fails to develop properly, defects can occur. The defect originates while developing in the womb.
The ovaries can suffer from various defects. Some defects make it impossible to have children.
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