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<p>CSV import</p> <p><b>New page</b></p><div>[[file:Illu_female_pelvis.jpg|thumb|left]] [[file:Gray1167.svg|thumb|left]] The &#039;&#039;&#039;supravaginal portion of cervix&#039;&#039;&#039; is a part of the [[cervix]], which is the lower, narrow part of the [[uterus]] in the female reproductive system. The cervix connects the [[uterus]] to the [[vagina]] and is divided into two main parts: the supravaginal portion and the vaginal portion.<br /> <br /> ==Anatomy==<br /> The supravaginal portion of the cervix is located above the [[vagina]] and is not visible during a routine gynecological examination. It is situated between the internal os, which is the opening of the cervix into the [[uterus]], and the external os, which opens into the [[vagina]]. The supravaginal portion is surrounded by the [[parametrium]], a connective tissue that supports the cervix and the [[uterus]].<br /> <br /> ==Function==<br /> The primary function of the supravaginal portion of the cervix is to provide structural support to the [[uterus]] and to maintain the integrity of the cervical canal. It plays a crucial role during [[pregnancy]] by helping to keep the [[fetus]] within the [[uterus]] until [[labor]] begins. The cervix, including its supravaginal portion, also produces cervical mucus, which changes in consistency during the [[menstrual cycle]] to either facilitate or inhibit the passage of [[sperm]].<br /> <br /> ==Clinical Significance==<br /> The supravaginal portion of the cervix can be involved in various medical conditions, including [[cervical cancer]], [[cervicitis]], and [[cervical dysplasia]]. It is important in the staging of [[cervical cancer]], as the extent of cancer spread to the supravaginal portion can influence treatment decisions and prognosis.<br /> <br /> ==Related Structures==<br /> * [[Vaginal portion of cervix]]<br /> * [[Cervical canal]]<br /> * [[Internal os]]<br /> * [[External os]]<br /> * [[Parametrium]]<br /> * [[Uterus]]<br /> * [[Vagina]]<br /> <br /> ==See Also==<br /> * [[Cervical cancer]]<br /> * [[Cervicitis]]<br /> * [[Cervical dysplasia]]<br /> * [[Menstrual cycle]]<br /> * [[Pregnancy]]<br /> <br /> ==References==<br /> {{Reflist}}<br /> <br /> ==External Links==<br /> {{Commons category|Cervix}}<br /> <br /> [[Category:Female reproductive system]]<br /> [[Category:Gynecology]]<br /> [[Category:Anatomy]]<br /> <br /> {{medicine-stub}}</div>

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