Swiss gynecologist, 1867–1933.

W. cell rest An epithelial cell cluster typically located in gynecologic tissues, esp. the Fallopian tubes.

W. inclusions Walthard islets.

W. islets Nests or small cysts of embryological squamous epithelium-like cells in the superficial parts of the ovary, tubes, and uterine ligaments. SYN: Walthard inclusions.