decidua capsularis

decidua capsularis definition - medical

decidua cap·su·lar·is (kăpˌsə-lârˈĭs)

noun
The layer of endometrium overlying the implanted chorionic vesicle that progressively diminishes as the chorionic vesicle enlarges. Also called decidua reflexa, membrana adventitia.

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