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Endometritis

Endometritis

Overview

Endometritis is the inflammation and/or irritation of the endometrium. It is usually caused by an infection.

Review Date 7/12/2023

Updated by: John D. Jacobson, MD, Professor Emeritus, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Loma Linda University School of Medicine, Loma Linda, CA. Also reviewed by David C. Dugdale, MD, Medical Director, Brenda Conaway, Editorial Director, and the A.D.A.M. Editorial team.