Concept information
Preferred term
endometrial and uterine cancers
Definition
- The uterus consists of smooth muscle (the myometrium) overlaid by an endothelial gland-studded mucosal stroma that makes up the endometrial lining of the uterine cavity. The endometrial lining undergoes cyclic response to hormonal stimulation during monthly menstrual cycles and throughout pregnancy. [Source: Encyclopedia of Obesity; Endometrial and Uterine Cancers]
Broader concept
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URI
https://concepts.sagepub.com/social-science/concept/endometrial_and_uterine_cancers
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