Salpingitis is the inflammation of the fallopian tube, most commonly caused by an infection.

Which structure is affected by salpingitis ovary vagina uterus cervix fallopian tube?

Infection of the fallopian tubes (salpingitis) and uterus (endometritis) tend to occur together. If severe, infection can spread to the ovaries (oophoritis) and then the peritoneum (peritonitis).

What part of the body is inflamed salpingitis?

Salpingitis is inflammation of the fallopian tubes. Almost all cases are caused by bacterial infection, including sexually transmitted diseases such as gonorrhoea and chlamydia. The inflammation prompts extra fluid secretion or even pus to collect inside the fallopian tube.