Rectovaginal fascia
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Sagittal section of the lower part of a female trunk, right segment. (Rectovaginal fascia not labeled, but region is visible.)
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Median sagittal section of female pelvis. (Rectovaginal fascia not labeled, but region is visible.)
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| Latin | fascia rectovaginalis |
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| FMA | {{#property:P1402}} |
| Anatomical terminology
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The rectovaginal fascia (often called rectovaginal septum or sometimes fascia of Otto) is a thin structure separating the vagina and the rectum. This corresponds to the rectoprostatic fascia in the male.[1]
Clinical significance
Perforations in it can lead to rectocele.[2][3]
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