Alterations of the cervix can be classified according to whether they affect its structure (anatomical or structural alterations) or its function mediated by cervical mucus (functional alterations).
Regarding the anatomical alterations of the cervix, we can find the following options:
- Developmental abnormalities
- Tumors such as polyps or fibroids
- Trauma as a result of previous surgery
- Cervicitis or inflammation of the cervix
Read the full article on: Cervical factor: female sterility due to cervical abnormalities ( 80).
By Óscar Oviedo Moreno M.D. (gynecologist), Zaira Salvador B.Sc., M.Sc. (embryologist), Cristina Algarra Goosman B.Sc., M.Sc. (psychologist) and Michelle Lorraine Embleton B.Sc. Ph.D. (biochemist).
Last Update: 07/05/2022
