Definition
noun, plural: myometria
The middle layer of the uterine wall, made up chiefly of smooth muscle tissue involved in uterine contractions and elasticity
Supplement
The uterine wall is comprised of three layers:
The role of myometrium is crucial during pregnancy. It confers elasticity to provide room for the enlarging uterus. And during labor, the smooth muscles contract to indicate parturition.
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Definition noun, plural: myometria The middle layer of the uterine wall, made up chiefly of smooth muscle tissue involved in uterine contractions and elasticity Supplement The uterine wall is comprised of three layers: perimetrium myometrium endometrium The role of myometrium is crucial during pregnancy. It confers elasticity to provide room for the enlarging uterus. And..
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