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Definition of Pouch of Douglas

Medically reviewed by Dr. Otari Nergadze, Neurosurgeon | Updated: January 2026

Pouch of Douglas: An extension of the peritoneal cavity between the rectum and the back wall of the uterus. Also known as the rectouterine pouch.

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