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Encyclopedia: Rectouterine Pouch

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The rectouterine pouch is the extension of the peritoneal cavity between the rectum and back wall of the uterus in the female human body. In women it is the deepest point of the peritoneal cavity, posterior to the uterus and anterior to rectum. It is near the posterior fornix of the vagina. In men, the region corresponding to the rectouterine pouch is the Rectovesical excavation, which lies between the urinary...


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Can a baby suffer a rectovaginal fistula, from bearing down hard while constipated?
I guess I'm worried because my baby girl always cries so intensely while trying to...

I highly doubt it. Ask her pediatrician to make sure... but she'd have to have a horrific case of constipation for that to happen. Crying while pooping can be normal......

Asked by sandwin85 - 10 months ago

Rectovaginal exam for ovarian cancer screening?
I've heard that rectovaginal exams are used to screen for ovarian cancer. What age...

I am not sure if you will be undergoing this exam, but if you are at high risk, I would request to have it. It is not miserable, I promise....

Asked by elly - 7 months ago

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A pelvic exam is an important part a woman's routine physical appointment. This slide show can help you get familiarized with what will occur during the exam.

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