Perimetrium

Definition

The perimetrium is the outermost layer of the uterus, consisting of a thin layer of connective tissue that forms part of the serous membrane lining the pelvic cavity. It provides protection and structural support to the uterus.

Related terms

Endometrium:

The innermost layer of the uterus, which thickens during the menstrual cycle in preparation for potential implantation of an embryo.

Myometrium: The middle layer of the uterine wall, composed mainly of smooth muscle tissue, responsible for uterine contractions during menstruation and childbirth.

Ovaries:

A pair of reproductive glands in females that produce eggs (ova) and hormones like estrogen and progesterone, essential for reproduction