Adhesions are the abnormal connection between two structures and are commonly encountered in gynaecologic endoscopy.  They may develop following surgery or infection.  Adhesions are the natural result of a pathological event.  They may however cause pathology long after the initial incident.

Adhesions are unintended.  In gynaecology they may be completely innocuous but can cause pain and infertility.  Where possible adhesion formation should be avoided.  To avoid adhesions, and recognise their potential clinical effects, a thorough understanding of their pathophysiology is important.