Endocervix

Pronunciation

Definition 1

The inner part of the cervix that forms a canal that connects the vagina to the uterus. The endocervix is lined with cells that make mucus. During a pelvic exam, cells may be scraped from the endocervix. The cells are checked under a microscope for infection, inflammation, and cancer or changes that may become cancer. (NCI Dictionary)

Definition 2

The portion of the cervix which is lined by single columnar epithelium (mucosa). (NCI Thesaurus)

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Administration of the drug within the canal of the cervix uteri.

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A polyp that arises from the endocervix. It is characterized by the presence of endocervical glands and a fibrovascular stroma.

Endocervical Mucosa

The mucous lining of the canal of the cervix uteri. It is composed of epithelium, basement membrane, lamina propria mucosae, and lamina…

Endocervical Glandular Epithelium

The glandular epithelium that lines the endocervix.

Endocervical curettage

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