Uterus, Cervix, and Vagina

Womb

Another name for the uterus is...

Normal position of the uterus in which the superior portion is tipped anteriorly on top of the bladder

Anteflexion

The small central opening in the cervix

Cervical os

Narrow, most inferior part of the uterus. It contains the cervical canal part of the cervix protrudes into the vagina.

Cervix

Small pouch in the broad ligament that is between the uterus and rectum

Cul-de-sac

Innermost layer of the uterus that lines the intrauterine cavity. It is a mucous membrane that contains many glands. It thickens and then is shed during the menstrual cycle.

Endometrium

The area of the vaginal canal that is behind and around the cervix

Fornix

The elastic membrane that partially or completely covers the inferior end of the vaginal canal

Hymen

Smooth muscle layer of the uterine wall. It contracts during menstruation to expel the endometrial lining. It contracts during labor and delivery of the newborn

Myometrium

Serous membrane that is the outer layer of the uterus. It is part of the peritoneum that lines the abdominopelvic cavity

Perimetrium

Vaginal introitus

The opening to the outside of the body in the vagina is the...

Internal female organ of menstruation and pregnancy. The uterus is held in place by the broad ligament and other ligaments. The fundus is the rounded top of the uterus. The cervix is ​​the narrow, most inferior part. The hollow intrauterine cavity inside the uterus is lined with endometrium

Uterus

Short tubular structure connected at its superior end to the cervix and at its inferior end to the outside of the body. It contains the vaginal canal.

Vagina