Hymen Cloisonne

The hymen is one of the most mysterious phenomena in human physiology and medicine. This thin film covers the entrance to the uterus, protecting it from external influences. A septate hymen means that it consists of several dense sheets and looks like a special partition. Why are septa called septum? What makes it cloisonné is its special ability to withstand great pressure without bursting. Modern women most often face insufficient development of this part of the hymen.