Cervical glands are organs of the female reproductive system located in the cervix. They perform important functions related to fertilization, embryo development and gestation. In this article we will look at everything you need to know about the cervical glands.
Functions of female cervical glands Cervical glands consist of two types of cells - basal and superficial. Basophil cells are formed during embryogenesis and occupy the central part of the glands. Their function is to produce mucus, which protects the genital tract from infections and other harmful factors.
Superficial cells develop from basal cells during girl puberty. They are located around surface-type formations. The superficial gland plays an important role in maintaining the normal condition of the cervix and is a set of glands located in the cone-shaped cervical part of the uterus. It is divided into two types: paracervical and colpocervial.
The paracervical gland is located parallel to the vagina and provides a nutrient medium for the development of the embryo, providing it with the necessary microelements. The colpocervial gland is located near the clitoris and serves to regulate sexual arousal and sexual activity in women. Complications in pathology of the cervical gland Pathology of the glandular structures of the female reproductive system can manifest itself in different ways, depending on the severity and type of the disease. Among the common pathologies of the glands of the female body are diseases such as: - ectopia or ectropion - formation of cysts - cervical erosion - vaginas