Abnormal implantation of a fertilized ovum outside the uterus is called:
A) a pelvic inflammatory disorder.
B) an ectopic pregnancy.
C) colpocervicitis.
D) cryptorchidism.

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Ectopic pregnancy is the abnormal implantation of a fertilized ovum outside the uterus, usually in one of the fallopian tubes. Pelvic inflammatory disorder refers to inflammation of the female reproductive organs, colpocervicitis is inflammation of the vagina and cervix, and cryptorchidism is a condition in which one or both testicles fail to descend into the scrotum.

Abnormal Implantation of a Fertilized Ovum Outside the Uterus Is