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Uterine
Uterine (pronounced: yoo-tuh-reen) is an adjective that refers to anything related to the uterus, the female reproductive organ in mammals, including humans. The term is derived from the Latin word "uterus" which means womb.
Etymology
The term "uterine" is derived from the Latin word "uterus" which means womb. It is used in medical terminology to refer to anything related to the uterus.
Related Terms
- Uterine Fibroids: Noncancerous growths of the uterus that often appear during childbearing years.
- Uterine Prolapse: A condition that occurs when pelvic floor muscles and ligaments stretch and weaken, providing inadequate support for the uterus.
- Uterine Cancer: A type of cancer that begins in the uterus.
- Uterine Artery: The main blood vessel that supplies blood to the uterus.
- Endometrium: The lining of the uterus.
- Cervix: The lower, narrow end of the uterus that forms a canal between the uterus and vagina.
See Also
- Gynecology: The medical practice dealing with the health of the female reproductive system (vagina, uterus, and ovaries).
- Obstetrics: The field of study concentrated on pregnancy, childbirth, and the postpartum period.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Uterine
- Wikipedia's article - Uterine
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