Cervix Flashcards
1
Q
what is cervix the lower part of?
A
uterus
2
Q
2 regions of cervix?
A
ectocervix and endocervix
3
Q
type of epithelium - ectocervix?
A
stratified squamous non-keratinised epithelium
4
Q
type of epithelium - endocervix?
A
simple columnar
5
Q
2 functions of cervix?
A
facilitates the passage of sperm, maintains sterility of upper reproductive tract
6
Q
blood supply?
A
uterine artery
7
Q
venous drainage?
A
uterine veins
8
Q
lymph drainage?
A
iliac, sacral, aortic and inguinal nodes
