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The Reproductive System
Uterus Shape, Support, and Cervical Openings
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The uterus and cervix are key parts of the female reproductive system. The uterus, also called the womb, is built to support implantation and the growth of an embryo. It is shaped like a hollow pear and sits between the urinary bladder and the rectum.
The uterus is held in place inside the pelvic...
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The uterus, or the womb, provides a nourishing environment for the implantation and development of a fertilized egg.
It is a hollow, pear-shaped organ in the pelvic cavity, positioned between the bladder and the rectum.
Typically, the uterus tilts forward at its base, covering the urinary bladder from the superior aspect.
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