Alternative Names
Pelvic adhesion; Intraperitoneal adhesion; Intrauterine adhesion
Definition of Adhesion:
Adhesions are bands of scar-like tissue that form between two surfaces inside the body.
Causes, incidence, and risk factors:
Inflammation, surgery, or injury can cause tissues to bond to other tissue or organs, much like the process of forming scar tissue. Sometimes, adhesions can form between the two surfaces. Other causes of adhesions include:
