Arterial blood supply of ovaries: a comprehensive review
The ovaries, resembling almonds both in shape and size, are vital organs that serve as the female gonads where oocytes, or female gametes, undergo development and where various reproductive hormones are produced. The ovaries receive their arterial blood supply predominately from the ovarian artery,...
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| author | Monika Konarska-Włosińska Ameen Nasser Patryk Ostrowski Michał Bonczar Kajetan Ochwat Jerzy A. Walocha Mateusz Koziej |
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| description | The ovaries, resembling almonds both in shape and size, are vital organs that serve as the female gonads where oocytes, or female gametes, undergo development and where various reproductive hormones are produced. The ovaries receive
their arterial blood supply predominately from the ovarian artery, but also from the ascending branches of the uterine artery. The arterial anatomy of the ovaries is highly significant in any gynaecological surgical procedure, as haemorrhagic complications can be fatal.
Therefore, the main objective of the present review was to comprehensively describe the complete anatomy of the arterial blood supply of the ovaries. The arterial blood supply to the ovaries is facilitated by a complex network of arteries, frequently characterised by diverse anastomoses. Notably, the ovarian artery and uterine artery exhibit significant variability, presenting challenges for physicians performing gynaecological and endovascular procedures. This study showcases comprehensive and detailed insights into the arterial blood supply of the ovaries, serving as a valuable resource for practitioners navigating the complexities of these procedures. By offering clear and detailed information, the present study aimed to enhance the effectiveness and safety of medical interventions involving the ovaries. |
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| spelling | doaj-art-fa077aeaca7741c3b9cb29d5b7941ba52025-08-20T13:27:46ZengVia MedicaFolia Morphologica0015-56591644-32842025-01-0184210.5603/fm.101167Arterial blood supply of ovaries: a comprehensive reviewMonika Konarska-Włosińska0Ameen Nasser1Patryk Ostrowski2Michał Bonczar3Kajetan Ochwat4Jerzy A. Walocha5Mateusz Koziej6Department of Anatomy, Jagiellonian University Medical College, Kraków, PolandDepartment of Anatomy, Jagiellonian University Medical College, Kraków, PolandDepartment of Anatomy, Jagiellonian University Medical College, Kraków, PolandDepartment of Anatomy, Jagiellonian University Medical College, Kraków, PolandDepartment of Anatomy, Jagiellonian University Medical College, Kraków, PolandDepartment of Anatomy, Jagiellonian University Medical College, Kraków, PolandDepartment of Anatomy, Jagiellonian University Medical College, Kraków, PolandThe ovaries, resembling almonds both in shape and size, are vital organs that serve as the female gonads where oocytes, or female gametes, undergo development and where various reproductive hormones are produced. The ovaries receive their arterial blood supply predominately from the ovarian artery, but also from the ascending branches of the uterine artery. The arterial anatomy of the ovaries is highly significant in any gynaecological surgical procedure, as haemorrhagic complications can be fatal. Therefore, the main objective of the present review was to comprehensively describe the complete anatomy of the arterial blood supply of the ovaries. The arterial blood supply to the ovaries is facilitated by a complex network of arteries, frequently characterised by diverse anastomoses. Notably, the ovarian artery and uterine artery exhibit significant variability, presenting challenges for physicians performing gynaecological and endovascular procedures. This study showcases comprehensive and detailed insights into the arterial blood supply of the ovaries, serving as a valuable resource for practitioners navigating the complexities of these procedures. By offering clear and detailed information, the present study aimed to enhance the effectiveness and safety of medical interventions involving the ovaries.https://journals.viamedica.pl/folia_morphologica/article/view/101167ovariesgynaecologysurgeryblood supplyanatomy |
| spellingShingle | Monika Konarska-Włosińska Ameen Nasser Patryk Ostrowski Michał Bonczar Kajetan Ochwat Jerzy A. Walocha Mateusz Koziej Arterial blood supply of ovaries: a comprehensive review Folia Morphologica ovaries gynaecology surgery blood supply anatomy |
| title | Arterial blood supply of ovaries: a comprehensive review |
| title_full | Arterial blood supply of ovaries: a comprehensive review |
| title_fullStr | Arterial blood supply of ovaries: a comprehensive review |
| title_full_unstemmed | Arterial blood supply of ovaries: a comprehensive review |
| title_short | Arterial blood supply of ovaries: a comprehensive review |
| title_sort | arterial blood supply of ovaries a comprehensive review |
| topic | ovaries gynaecology surgery blood supply anatomy |
| url | https://journals.viamedica.pl/folia_morphologica/article/view/101167 |
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