cervix

• Substantivo que designa uma estrutura estreita em forma de colo no organismo, especialmente a parte inferior do útero que se conecta à vagina. Também pode se referir a estruturas semelhantes em outras partes do corpo, como o colo do dente ou o colo da bexiga.

A noun referring to a narrow, neck-like structure in an organism, most commonly the lower part of the uterus that connects to the vagina.

1. NeckB2formalmedical

   The part of the body in humans and many animals that connects the head to the torso.

   Pescoço

   • The doctor examined the patient's cervix for any abnormalities.
   • In anatomy, the cervix uteri is the lower part of the uterus.
   • The cervical spine supports the head and allows movement.

   Sinônimosneck

2. Neck of the uterusB2formalmedical

   The narrow, lower part of the uterus that opens into the vagina.

   Colo do útero

   • Regular Pap smears help detect changes in the cervix.
   • During childbirth, the cervix dilates to allow the baby to pass through.
   • The cervix produces mucus that changes consistency throughout the menstrual cycle.

   Sinônimosuterine cervix