RIU 332 Lecture Notes - Lecture 31: Vesico-Uterine Pouch, Recto-Uterine Pouch, Suspensory Ligament

• School: GVSU
• Department: Radiation and Imaging - Ultrasound
• Course: RIU 332
• Professor: Taytana Beaves

Document Summary

Secrete female sex hormones (estrogen and progesterone) Ovarian ligament: anchors ovary medially to the uterus. Suspensory ligament: anchors ovary laterally to the pelvic wall. Broad ligament: supports the uterine tubes, uterus, and vagina; also contains the suspensory ligament and the mesovarium. Ciliated fimbriae of infundibulum create currents to move oocyte into uterine tube. Isthmus: constricted region where tube joins uterus. Sacs of peritoneum exist around the uterus. Vesicouterine pouch is between bladder and uterus. Rectouterine pouch is between rectum and uterus. Extends between the bladder and the rectum from the cervix to the exterior. Mucosa near the vaginal orifice forms an incomplete partition called the hymen. Vaginal fornix: upper end of the vagina surrounding the cervix. Cervix: narrow neck, or outlet; projects into the vagina. Cervical glands secrete mucus that blocks sperm entry except during mid cycle. Mesometrium lateral support: portion of the broad ligament.