Uterine cavity
Uterine Cavity
The Uterine Cavity (/juːˈtɪərɪn ˈkævɪti/) is the internal part of the uterus where the fetus develops during pregnancy.
Etymology
The term "Uterine Cavity" is derived from the Latin word "uterus" (womb, belly) and the Latin word "cavitas" (hollowness).
Anatomy
The Uterine Cavity is a small, pear-shaped space located within the uterus. It is lined by the endometrium, the tissue that changes throughout the menstrual cycle and that is shed during menstruation. The Uterine Cavity connects to the cervical canal at the internal os and to the fallopian tubes at the uterine horns.
Function
The primary function of the Uterine Cavity is to house and nourish a fetus during pregnancy. The endometrium lining the Uterine Cavity thickens and becomes enriched with blood vessels in preparation for implantation of a fertilized egg.
Related Terms
- Endometrium: The lining of the Uterine Cavity.
- Menstruation: The monthly shedding of the endometrium.
- Implantation: The process by which a fertilized egg attaches to the endometrium.
- Cervical Canal: The narrow passage connecting the Uterine Cavity to the vagina.
- Fallopian Tubes: The tubes connecting the ovaries to the Uterine Cavity.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Uterine cavity
- Wikipedia's article - Uterine cavity
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