NIH MeSH · D014621Anatomy
Vagina
Also known asVaginas
Definition
The genital canal in the female, extending from the UTERUS to the VULVA. (Stedman, 25th ed)
MeSH classification
- A05.360.319.779
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Adnexa Uteri
Appendages of the UTERUS which include the FALLOPIAN TUBES, the OVARY, and the supporting ligaments of the uterus (BROAD LIGAMENT; ROUND LIG…
Bartholin's Glands
Mucus-secreting glands situated on the posterior and lateral aspect of the vestibule of the vagina.
Broad Ligament
A broad fold of peritoneum that extends from the side of the uterus to the wall of the pelvis.
Common questions about Vagina
What does Vagina mean in medicine?
The genital canal in the female, extending from the UTERUS to the VULVA. (Stedman, 25th ed) This definition is taken from the National Library of Medicine's MeSH (Medical Subject Headings) 2026 release, which is the standard vocabulary used to index PubMed and most medical literature.
Is Vagina known by any other names?
Yes. Vagina is also referred to as Vaginas in different clinical, research and patient-facing contexts. The MeSH descriptor groups all of these synonyms under a single canonical concept so research and records stay consistent.
Where does Vagina sit in the medical classification?
Vagina falls under the broader medical category "Anatomy" in the MeSH hierarchy (tree numbers: A05.360.319.779). Browsing the related concepts on this page takes you to neighbouring topics in the same branch of medicine.
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Source: NIH MeSH 2026 (D014621) — National Library of Medicine, public domain. View official MeSH record ↗