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The fornix, also known as the fornix cerebri or vaginal fornix, is a term used in anatomy and medicine to describe a specific anatomical space. In neuroanatomy, the fornix is a C-shaped bundle of nerve fibers that acts as a major output tract of the hippocampus. It plays a crucial role in memory formation and retrieval, connecting the hippocampus to other brain structures such as the mammillary bodies and the anterior thalamic nuclei. Damage to the fornix can lead to significant memory impairments.

In gynecology, the term fornix refers to the recess formed by the upper end of the vagina and the cervix. There are typically four fornices: the anterior fornix, the posterior fornix, and the two lateral fornices. The posterior fornix is the deepest and is located behind the cervix. These spaces are important during gynecological examinations, particularly for palpating pelvic organs and for surgical procedures. The term "fornix" derives from the Latin word for "arch" or "vault," reflecting the arched shape of these anatomical structures.