Intrinsic (directly related to Fallopian tube) |
Inflammatory disease, hydrosalpinx, hematosalpinx |
Tubal neoplasms, for example, cyst of Morgagni, adenofibroma |
Congenital abnormalities, for example, stricture |
Venous congestion leading to spiraling of veins |
Tubal surgery: tubal ligation, reconstruction |
Physiological abnormalities: hypermobility, spasm, excessive length, or tortuosity |
Abnormal peristalsis due to autonomic dysfunction, drugs |
Anatomic malformations in tube or mesosalpinx |
Extrinsic |
Ovarian or paraovarian masses or cysts |
Uterine enlargement (pregnancy, tumors) |
Adhesions |
Mechanical factors/trauma to pelvic organs |