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(Redirected from Adhesion molecules). Cell adhesion molecules (CAM s) are proteins located on the cell surface involved in binding with other cells or with the extracellular matrix (ECM) in the process called cell adhesion. In essence, cell adhesion molecules help cells stick to each other and to their surroundings.
An adhesion is scar tissue that forms a connection between tissues or organs that are not normally connected. After abdominal surgery, such as a c-section, adhesions can form between the intestines, uterus, fallopian tubes, ovaries, bladder, and other organs. The scar tissue may tighten around the bowel and either partially or completely close it off. This may cause bowel obstruction.