Anatomy
exocervix
Definitions related to exocervix:
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(ectocervix) The portion of the cervix that extends into the vaginal vault, and is lined with stratified squamous epithelium.NCI ThesaurusU.S. National Cancer Institute, 2021
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(ectocervical) Having to do with the part of the cervix that protrudes into the vagina and is lined with epithelial cells.NCI Dictionary of Cancer TermsU.S. National Cancer Institute, 2021
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