nabothian follicle

na·both·i·an cyst

a retention cyst that develops when a mucous gland of the cervix uteri is obstructed; of no pathologic significance.

Synonym(s): nabothian follicle

na·both·i·an cyst

(nă-bō'thē-ăn sist)

A retention cyst that develops when a mucous gland of the cervix uteri is obstructed; of no pathologic significance.
Synonym(s): nabothian follicle.

nabothian follicle

A dilated cyst of the glands of the cervix uteri.

See also: follicle

Naboth,

Martin, German anatomist and physician, 1675-1721.

nabothian cyst - a retention cyst that develops when a mucous gland of the cervix uteri is obstructed. Synonym(s): nabothian follicle

nabothian follicle - Synonym(s): nabothian cyst

nabothian gland