Uterus
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The uterus or womb is the organ in the reproductive system of most female mammals, including humans, that accommodates the embryonic and fetal development of one or more fertilized eggs until birth. T
Different regions of the uterus, and the vagina, displayed and labelled using a 3D medical illustration
Uterus shown in position in the body
Differentiation of uterus
Transvaginal ultrasonography showing a uterine fluid accumulation in a postmenopausal woman
Endometrium
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The endometrium is the inner lining of the uterus in mammals. It has a basal layer and a functional layer: the basal layer contains stem cells which regenerate the functional layer. The functional lay
Endometrium in the proliferative phase
Histology of the most superficial layer of the endometrium, consisting of a simple columnar epithelium. H&E stain
High magnification micrograph of decidualized endometrium due to exogenous progesterone (oral contraceptive pill). H&E stain
Low magnification micrograph of decidualized endometrium. H&E stain