Age-Related Morphometric Changes of the Human Cervix Uteri in Lower Assam

Santosh Kumar Sahu; Joydev  Sarma; Rupsekhar  Deka; Pradipta Ray  Choudhury; Kunjalal  Talukdar

doi:10.51168/sjhrafrica.v7i2.2715

Authors

Santosh Kumar Sahu Department of Anatomy, Jorhat Medical College and Hospital, Jorhat, Assam, India
Joydev Sarma Department of Anatomy, Gauhati Medical College and Hospital, Guwahati, Assam, India
Rupsekhar Deka Department of Anatomy, Nalbari Medical College and Hospital, Nalbari, Assam, India
Pradipta Ray Choudhury Department of Anatomy, Silchar Medical College and Hospital, Silchar, Assam, India
Kunjalal Talukdar Former Professor, Department of Anatomy, Gauhati Medical College and Hospital, Guwahati, Assam, India

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.51168/sjhrafrica.v7i2.2715

Keywords:

cervix uteri, morphometry, cervical length, aging, Assam

Abstract

Background: Morphometric data of the human cervix is essential for surgical safety and diagnostic accuracy. This study aims to quantify age-related changes in cervical dimensions and weight.
Materials and Methods: 30 human cervical specimens were analyzed across three age groups: Group A (20–35 yrs), Group B (36–49 yrs), and Group C (50+ yrs). Length and breadth were measured using slide calipers, and weight was recorded in grams.
Results: Peak cervical length was observed in Group B (mean 2.670 cm), while Group C showed significant regression, with a mean cervical length of 2.120 cm. Mean weight dropped significantly from ~22.6 gm in reproductive years to 12.390 gm post-menopause.
Conclusions: The cervix reaches its maximal morphological dimensions in the fourth decade of life, followed by pronounced involution in the postmenopausal period.

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