duplex uterus
anatomy
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A duplex uterus is a condition where a female has two separate uteri, each with its own cervix and vagina. This anatomy is observed in certain mammals, such as rodents and rabbits. The term "didelphic" is an adjective used to describe having or relating to a double uterus. This contrasts with the simplex uterus found in higher primates, which has a single chamber. The structure of the female reproductive tract varies significantly across different species.12
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