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Oct 8

Ligaments of the uterus

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Oct 8
There are several ligaments that support the uterus and help to keep it in place within the pelvis. These include:

1. Broad ligament: a wide fold of peritoneum that attaches the sides of the uterus to the walls and floor of the pelvis.

2. Round ligaments: two ligaments that extend from the sides of the uterus, through the inguinal canal, and attach to the labia majora.

3. Cardinal ligaments: also known as the transverse cervical ligaments, these ligaments extend from the sides of the cervix and upper vagina to the lateral pelvic walls.

4. Uterosacral ligaments: these ligaments extend from the sides of the cervix to the sacrum, providing support to the uterus.

5. Pubocervical ligaments: these ligaments extend from the cervix to the pubic symphysis, providing support to the anterior portion of the uterus.

These ligaments play a crucial role in maintaining the position and stability of the uterus within the pelvis.
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Google Gemini AI
Oct 8
Broad ligament

- Lateral extensions of the peritoneum that connect the uterus to the pelvic walls.
- Contains:
- Round ligament of the uterus
- Ovary and fallopian tube
- Uterine vessels
- Ureter

Cardinal and uterosacral ligaments

- Medial extensions of the peritoneum that connect the uterus to the lateral pelvic walls.
- Cardinal ligaments:
- Attach to the cervix and upper vagina.
- Provide support to the uterus and help maintain its anteverted position.
- Uterosacral ligaments:
- Attach to the sacrum.
- Support the uterus in its retroverted position.

Round ligament of the uterus

- Extends from the lateral aspect of the uterus to the inguinal canal
- Helps to maintain the uterus in its anteverted position
- May become stretched and weakened during pregnancy, leading to prolapse of the uterus

Pubocervical ligament

- Connects the cervix to the pubic bone
- Supports the uterus in its anteverted position
- May be stretched and weakened during childbirth, leading to prolapse of the uterus
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