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cervix 1. the technical name for neck 2. any necklike part of an organ, esp the lower part of the uterus that extends into the vagina cervix [′sər·viks] (anatomy) A constricted or necklike portion of a structure. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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The cervix must be completely dilated before delivery. Pigmented squamous cell carcinoma of the uterine cervix. An experimental vaccine against the virus that causes most cancers of the cervix has passed--with flying colors--a test typically needed for regulatory approval. |
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