Deepening of the Uterus

Uterine recess is a terminology that is used in human anatomy. It describes the depression that is located in the body of the uterus.

The uterus is an organ of the woman's reproductive system, located in the pelvic cavity and connected to the cervix through the vaginal vault. The ovaries are also located in the abdominal cavity and are connected to the uterus via the fallopian tubes.

The uterine cavity is the space under the uterus, which is limited on three sides by its folds and the surface of the fetus during pregnancy (at this moment the uterus expands and fills this space). A recessed uterus is essential for implantation pregnancies.

During an in-depth examination of the uterus, changes associated with degenerative processes, such as fibroids, tumors, and even ordinary cysts and fibroids, can be detected. This test can help determine the presence of tumors or other diseases and take appropriate steps to treat them.

To make it easier to access the deepened uterus, doctors often use techniques to widen the uterine area, such as bolus