Cervix - Anatomy & Physiology

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BACK TO FEMALE REPRODUCTIVE TRACT

Introduction

Structure

Function

  • Providing a physical barrier to the uterus therefore preventing abortion due to infection by isolating the feotus from the external environment.
  • Glands in the mucosa of the cervix produce vast quantities of mucous in the Cow and Ewe

Anatomical Boundaries

  • Located between the Uterus and the Vagina.

Histology

Vascularisation

  • Uterine artery off the Internal Iliac artery (External Iliac artery in the Mare).

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