Answered: Name and describe the ligaments that…

Human Anatomy & Physiology (11th Edition)

11th Edition

ISBN:9780134580999

Author:Elaine N. Marieb, Katja N. Hoehn

Publisher:Elaine N. Marieb, Katja N. Hoehn

Chapter1: The Human Body: An Orientation

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 1RQ: The correct sequence of levels forming the structural hierarchy is A. (a) organ, organ system,...

See similar textbooks

Related questions

Question

Name and describe the ligaments that hold the ovaries in
place.

Expert Solution

Step 1

The structures which support the internal female genital organs in the pelvis region are known as ligaments of the female reproductive tract. There are types of female reproductive tract ligaments. They are Broad ligament, uterine ligament and ovarian ligament. Uterine ligament supports uterus, ovarian ligament supports ovaries while broad ligament supports both uterus and ovaries.

Step 2

The ligament which supports the ovary are ovarian ligament and the suspensory ligament of ovary.
Ovarian ligament: It is present at the inferior position of ovary, which connects the side of uterus to the ovary. It contains the fibrous tissue that resides in the broad ligament. Below the place where fallopian tube originates, it joins with the uterus.
Suspensory ligament of ovary: It is spread from the ovary to the lateral side of the abdominal wall. The peritoneum is present in the folded form in this ligament. It maintains the nerves and vessels associated with the ovary.