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Frenulum of Clitoris
Urogenital System

Frenulum of Clitoris

Frenulum clitoridis

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Structure/Morphology

The frenulum of the clitoris is a small fold of tissue formed by a portion of the labia minora that passes inferior to the clitoris.

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Key Features/Anatomical Relations

The anterior portion of the merging labia minora divides into an upper layer, which forms the prepuce of the clitoris, and a lower layer which, forms the frenulum of the clitoris.

Function

The frenulum of the clitoris aids in securing the clitoris in place to prevent excessive motion.

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