An acute or chronic, usually bacterial infectious process affecting the endometrium. It may extend to the myometrium and parametrial tissues. Symptoms include lower abdominal pain, vaginal discharge, and vaginal bleeding.
Definition (NCI)
A disorder characterized by an infectious process involving the endometrium. It may extend to the myometrium and parametrial tissues.
Definition (MSH)
Inflammation of the ENDOMETRIUM, usually caused by intrauterine infections. Endometritis is the most common cause of postpartum fever.