| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Fallopian tubes |
The tubes that connect the ovaries to the uterus |
| Fat necrosis |
The death of fat cells. |
| Fertility-sparing surgery |
Surgery that aims to protect a woman's fertility, for example by removing only one ovary |
| Fibroadenoma |
A fibroadenoma is a smooth, firm breast lump made up of fibrous and glandular tissue. The term ‘breast mouse’ is also used to refer to a fibroadenoma. |
| Fibroid |
Benign growths of muscle tissue inside the uterus (womb) |
| Fine needle aspiration (MRI) |
A way of removing cells from the breast using a fine needle for testing |
| Follicle stimulating hormone (FSH) |
A hormone produced by the brain that stimulates the production of eggs by the ovaries |
| Free tissue flap |
Tissue flap that is detached from it site of origin prior to transfer to another part of the body. |