What is the Significance of the Squamocolumnar Junction?
The squamocolumnar junction is the region where the stratified squamous epithelium of the ectocervix meets the simple columnar epithelium of the endocervix. This area is highly dynamic and undergoes metaplastic changes, especially during puberty, pregnancy, and menopause. It is clinically significant because it is a common site for the development of cervical dysplasia and cancer.
