méhnyak
Méhnyak, or cervix uteri, is the lower part of the uterus that opens into the vagina. It forms a gateway between the uterine cavity and the birth canal and plays a role in fertility, pregnancy, and protection against infection.
Anatomy and histology: The cervix consists of the endocervix (the cervical canal, lined by mucus-secreting simple
Function: Cervical mucus changes with the menstrual cycle to influence sperm movement; it is typically thinner
Clinical relevance: The cervix is central to cervical cancer screening. Persistent human papillomavirus (HPV) infection can