Tubal branches of ovarian artery

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Tubal branches of ovarian artery are anatomical structures that are part of the female reproductive system. They are branches of the ovarian artery, which is a paired artery that supplies oxygenated blood to the ovaries in females.

Etymology[edit | edit source]

The term "tubal branches" refers to the branches that extend from the main ovarian artery to the fallopian tubes. The term "ovarian artery" is derived from the Latin word "ovarium", which means "egg" or "nut", and the Greek word "arteria", which means "windpipe" or "artery".

Anatomy[edit | edit source]

The tubal branches of the ovarian artery originate from the ovarian artery, which arises from the abdominal aorta. The ovarian artery is unique to females and is responsible for supplying blood to the ovaries. The tubal branches extend from the ovarian artery to the fallopian tubes, which are the structures that transport eggs from the ovaries to the uterus.

Function[edit | edit source]

The primary function of the tubal branches of the ovarian artery is to supply blood to the fallopian tubes. This is crucial for the normal functioning of the female reproductive system, as the fallopian tubes play a key role in the process of ovulation and fertilization.

Related Terms[edit | edit source]

  • Ovarian artery: The main artery that gives rise to the tubal branches. It supplies blood to the ovaries.
  • Fallopian tubes: The structures that the tubal branches of the ovarian artery supply blood to. They transport eggs from the ovaries to the uterus.
  • Abdominal aorta: The large artery from which the ovarian artery arises.

See Also[edit | edit source]

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