uterine artery

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uterine artery

The doctor carefully examines the uterine artery on the ultrasound monitor.

Definition
  1. Noun:
    • An artery supplying blood to the uterus: The uterine artery is a major blood vessel that branches from the internal iliac artery. Its primary function is to deliver oxygenated blood to the uterus and the upper portion of the vagina.
Usage
  • The term "uterine artery" is used in medical, anatomical, and clinical contexts to describe this specific vessel. It is a standard term in gynecology, obstetrics, and surgery.
Examples
  • Noun:
    • During a hysterectomy, surgeons must carefully ligate the uterine artery.
    • Increased blood flow through the uterine artery is essential for a healthy pregnancy.
    • An ultrasound can be used to assess the blood flow in the uterine artery.
Advanced Usage
  • "Uterine artery embolization (UAE)": A minimally invasive procedure to block the uterine arteries, often used to treat fibroids.
    • She opted for uterine artery embolization to manage her symptomatic fibroids.
  • "Uterine artery Doppler": An ultrasound technique to measure blood flow velocity in this artery, often used in prenatal screening.
    • The obstetrician performed a uterine artery Doppler scan to check for signs of preeclampsia.
Variants and Related Words
  • Arteria uterina: The Latin anatomical term for the uterine artery.
  • Internal iliac artery: The parent artery from which the uterine artery branches.
  • Uterine vein: The vein that typically accompanies the artery and drains blood from the uterus.
Synonyms
  • There are no direct common synonyms for this precise anatomical structure. In non-technical language, it may be described as "the main artery to the womb".
Related Phrases
  • Ligation of the uterine artery: The surgical tying off of this artery.
  • Uterine artery aneurysm: A rare condition involving a bulging or weakening in the wall of this artery.
Notes
  • The uterine artery is a paired structure, with one artery serving each side of the uterus.
  • Its role is crucial in reproductive health, and abnormalities in its function can be associated with conditions like fibroids, abnormal placental development, and postpartum hemorrhage.
uterine artery

The doctor carefully examines the uterine artery on the ultrasound monitor.

Noun
  1. a branch of the internal iliac artery that supplies the uterus and the upper part of the vagina

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