Anatomy test on the vessels of the woman's abdomen and pelvis

Evaluate your knowledge of the anatomy of the vessels of the woman's abdomen and pelvis. The test covers the topography, sources of blood supply to the uterus and appendages, as well as the features of venous outflow and anastomosis.

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1. At what level do the ovarian arteries (aa. ovaricae) normally branch from the abdominal part of the aorta?

At the level of the twelfth thoracic vertebra

The ovarian arteries branch from the anterolateral surface of the abdominal aorta, slightly below the renal arteries, at the level of the body of the second lumbar vertebra.
At the level of the sacral promontory

The ovarian arteries branch from the anterolateral surface of the abdominal aorta, slightly below the renal arteries, at the level of the body of the second lumbar vertebra.
At the level of the second lumbar vertebra

The ovarian arteries branch from the anterolateral surface of the abdominal aorta, slightly below the renal arteries, at the level of the body of the second lumbar vertebra.
Directly above the bifurcation of the aorta

The ovarian arteries branch from the anterolateral surface of the abdominal aorta, slightly below the renal arteries, at the level of the body of the second lumbar vertebra.
I find it difficult to answer

The ovarian arteries branch from the anterolateral surface of the abdominal aorta, slightly below the renal arteries, at the level of the body of the second lumbar vertebra.

2. Which blood vessel predominantly branches into the uterine artery (a. uterina)?

Internal iliac artery

The uterine artery is a large visceral branch of the anterior trunk of the internal iliac artery, supplying the uterus and appendages
External iliac artery

The uterine artery is a large visceral branch of the anterior trunk of the internal iliac artery, supplying the uterus and appendages
Abdominal part of the aorta

The uterine artery is a large visceral branch of the anterior trunk of the internal iliac artery, supplying the uterus and appendages
Obturator artery

The uterine artery is a large visceral branch of the anterior trunk of the internal iliac artery, supplying the uterus and appendages
I find it difficult to answer

The uterine artery is a large visceral branch of the anterior trunk of the internal iliac artery, supplying the uterus and appendages

3. Indicate the classical topographic relationship of the uterine artery and the ureter at the base of the broad ligament of the uterus:

The ureter crosses the artery anteriorly and superiorly

At the base of the broad ligament of the uterus (1.5-2 cm from the cervix), the uterine artery crosses the ureter anteriorly and superiorly (the 'water under the bridge' rule).
The artery and the ureter run parallel without intersection

At the base of the broad ligament of the uterus (1.5-2 cm from the cervix), the uterine artery crosses the ureter anteriorly and superiorly (the 'water under the bridge' rule).
The artery passes behind and laterally to the ureter

At the base of the broad ligament of the uterus (1.5-2 cm from the cervix), the uterine artery crosses the ureter anteriorly and superiorly (the 'water under the bridge' rule).
The artery crosses the ureter anteriorly and superiorly

At the base of the broad ligament of the uterus (1.5-2 cm from the cervix), the uterine artery crosses the ureter anteriorly and superiorly (the 'water under the bridge' rule).
I find it difficult to answer

At the base of the broad ligament of the uterus (1.5-2 cm from the cervix), the uterine artery crosses the ureter anteriorly and superiorly (the 'water under the bridge' rule).

4. Where does the direct venous outflow via the right ovarian vein (v. ovarica dextra) occur?

Into the right renal vein

The right ovarian vein drains directly into the inferior vena cava at an acute angle, while the left drains into the left renal vein.
Into the inferior vena cava

The right ovarian vein drains directly into the inferior vena cava at an acute angle, while the left drains into the left renal vein.
Into the internal iliac vein

The right ovarian vein drains directly into the inferior vena cava at an acute angle, while the left drains into the left renal vein.
Into the portal vein

The right ovarian vein drains directly into the inferior vena cava at an acute angle, while the left drains into the left renal vein.
I find it difficult to answer

The right ovarian vein drains directly into the inferior vena cava at an acute angle, while the left drains into the left renal vein.

5. Which vessel predominantly branches into the vaginal artery (a. vaginalis), supplying the lower and middle sections of the vagina?

From the uterine artery

The vaginal artery most often branches directly from the internal iliac artery (sometimes sharing a common trunk with the uterine artery) and descends to the vagina.
From the external pudendal artery

The vaginal artery most often branches directly from the internal iliac artery (sometimes sharing a common trunk with the uterine artery) and descends to the vagina.
From the internal iliac artery

The vaginal artery most often branches directly from the internal iliac artery (sometimes sharing a common trunk with the uterine artery) and descends to the vagina.
From the umbilical artery

The vaginal artery most often branches directly from the internal iliac artery (sometimes sharing a common trunk with the uterine artery) and descends to the vagina.
I find it difficult to answer

The vaginal artery most often branches directly from the internal iliac artery (sometimes sharing a common trunk with the uterine artery) and descends to the vagina.

6. Which artery supplies the corpora cavernosa of the clitoris?

Artery of bulb of vestibule

The deep artery of the clitoris (a. profunda clitoridis), being a branch of the internal pudendal artery, penetrates the crura of the clitoris and supplies its corpora cavernosa.
External pudendal artery

The deep artery of the clitoris (a. profunda clitoridis), being a branch of the internal pudendal artery, penetrates the crura of the clitoris and supplies its corpora cavernosa.
Dorsal artery of clitoris

The deep artery of the clitoris (a. profunda clitoridis), being a branch of the internal pudendal artery, penetrates the crura of the clitoris and supplies its corpora cavernosa.
Deep artery of clitoris

The deep artery of the clitoris (a. profunda clitoridis), being a branch of the internal pudendal artery, penetrates the crura of the clitoris and supplies its corpora cavernosa.
I find it difficult to answer

The deep artery of the clitoris (a. profunda clitoridis), being a branch of the internal pudendal artery, penetrates the crura of the clitoris and supplies its corpora cavernosa.

7. Which artery runs within the round ligament of the uterus (a. ligamenti teretis uteri) and anastomoses with branches of the uterine artery?

Branch of the inferior epigastric artery

The artery of the round ligament of the uterus branches from the inferior epigastric artery, enters through the deep inguinal ring, and anastomoses with the uterine artery in the region of the uterine cornua.
Branch of the obturator artery

The artery of the round ligament of the uterus branches from the inferior epigastric artery, enters through the deep inguinal ring, and anastomoses with the uterine artery in the region of the uterine cornua.
Branch of the external pudendal artery

The artery of the round ligament of the uterus branches from the inferior epigastric artery, enters through the deep inguinal ring, and anastomoses with the uterine artery in the region of the uterine cornua.
Branch of the internal pudendal artery

The artery of the round ligament of the uterus branches from the inferior epigastric artery, enters through the deep inguinal ring, and anastomoses with the uterine artery in the region of the uterine cornua.
I find it difficult to answer

The artery of the round ligament of the uterus branches from the inferior epigastric artery, enters through the deep inguinal ring, and anastomoses with the uterine artery in the region of the uterine cornua.

8. Which veins does the blood from the uterine venous plexus (plexus venosus uterinus) predominantly drain into?

Into the ovarian veins

The uterine venous plexus is located on the sides of the uterus; from it, the uterine veins form, draining into the internal iliac veins.
Into the internal iliac veins

The uterine venous plexus is located on the sides of the uterus; from it, the uterine veins form, draining into the internal iliac veins.
Into the external iliac veins

The uterine venous plexus is located on the sides of the uterus; from it, the uterine veins form, draining into the internal iliac veins.
Into the inferior mesenteric veins

The uterine venous plexus is located on the sides of the uterus; from it, the uterine veins form, draining into the internal iliac veins.
I find it difficult to answer

The uterine venous plexus is located on the sides of the uterus; from it, the uterine veins form, draining into the internal iliac veins.

9. Which vessels run within the thickness of the ligament suspending the ovary (ligamentum suspensorium ovarii)?

Ovarian artery and vein

The ovarian artery (from the abdominal aorta) and ovarian vein run within the ligament suspending the ovary, from the lateral wall of the pelvis to the ovary.
Uterine artery and vein

The ovarian artery (from the abdominal aorta) and ovarian vein run within the ligament suspending the ovary, from the lateral wall of the pelvis to the ovary.
Internal pudendal vessels

The ovarian artery (from the abdominal aorta) and ovarian vein run within the ligament suspending the ovary, from the lateral wall of the pelvis to the ovary.
Branches of inferior epigastric artery

The ovarian artery (from the abdominal aorta) and ovarian vein run within the ligament suspending the ovary, from the lateral wall of the pelvis to the ovary.
I find it difficult to answer

The ovarian artery (from the abdominal aorta) and ovarian vein run within the ligament suspending the ovary, from the lateral wall of the pelvis to the ovary.

10. Indicate the characteristic of the outflow of the left ovarian vein (v. ovarica sinistra):

Drains into the inferior vena cava at an acute angle

The left ovarian vein drains into the left renal vein at a right angle, providing specific hemodynamic conditions for the outflow.
Drains into the internal iliac vein

The left ovarian vein drains into the left renal vein at a right angle, providing specific hemodynamic conditions for the outflow.
Drains into the external iliac vein

The left ovarian vein drains into the left renal vein at a right angle, providing specific hemodynamic conditions for the outflow.
Drains into the left renal vein at a right angle

The left ovarian vein drains into the left renal vein at a right angle, providing specific hemodynamic conditions for the outflow.
I find it difficult to answer

The left ovarian vein drains into the left renal vein at a right angle, providing specific hemodynamic conditions for the outflow.

11. Which of the following arteries is a parietal branch of the internal iliac artery?

Uterine artery

The iliolumbar artery (a. iliolumbalis) is a parietal branch of the posterior trunk of the internal iliac artery.
Middle rectal artery

The iliolumbar artery (a. iliolumbalis) is a parietal branch of the posterior trunk of the internal iliac artery.
Psoas artery (iliolumbar artery)

The iliolumbar artery (a. iliolumbalis) is a parietal branch of the posterior trunk of the internal iliac artery.
Internal pudendal artery

The iliolumbar artery (a. iliolumbalis) is a parietal branch of the posterior trunk of the internal iliac artery.
I find it difficult to answer

The iliolumbar artery (a. iliolumbalis) is a parietal branch of the posterior trunk of the internal iliac artery.

12. Which anatomical structure does the ovarian branch of the uterine artery (ramus ovaricus a. uterinae) pass in?

In the broad ligament of the uterus (at the base)

The ovarian branch of the uterine artery passes within the thickness of the mesovarium, where it anastomoses with the branches of the ovarian artery
In the mesovarium

The ovarian branch of the uterine artery passes within the thickness of the mesovarium, where it anastomoses with the branches of the ovarian artery
In the round ligament of the uterus

The ovarian branch of the uterine artery passes within the thickness of the mesovarium, where it anastomoses with the branches of the ovarian artery
In the suspensory ligament of the ovary

The ovarian branch of the uterine artery passes within the thickness of the mesovarium, where it anastomoses with the branches of the ovarian artery
I find it difficult to answer

The ovarian branch of the uterine artery passes within the thickness of the mesovarium, where it anastomoses with the branches of the ovarian artery

13. Which venous plexus does the vaginal venous plexus most directly and extensively anastomose with?

With the uterine venous plexus

The vaginal venous plexus (plexus venosus vaginalis) surrounds the vagina and communicates extensively with the uterine venous plexus above.
With the sacral venous plexus

The vaginal venous plexus (plexus venosus vaginalis) surrounds the vagina and communicates extensively with the uterine venous plexus above.
With the prostatic venous plexus

The vaginal venous plexus (plexus venosus vaginalis) surrounds the vagina and communicates extensively with the uterine venous plexus above.
With the ovarian venous plexus

The vaginal venous plexus (plexus venosus vaginalis) surrounds the vagina and communicates extensively with the uterine venous plexus above.
I find it difficult to answer

The vaginal venous plexus (plexus venosus vaginalis) surrounds the vagina and communicates extensively with the uterine venous plexus above.

14. Through which topographic opening does the inferior gluteal artery (a. glutea inferior) exit the lesser pelvis?

Suprapiriform foramen

The inferior gluteal artery exits the lesser pelvis together with the sciatic nerve and internal pudendal vessels through the infrapiriform foramen.
Obturator canal

The inferior gluteal artery exits the lesser pelvis together with the sciatic nerve and internal pudendal vessels through the infrapiriform foramen.
Lesser sciatic foramen

The inferior gluteal artery exits the lesser pelvis together with the sciatic nerve and internal pudendal vessels through the infrapiriform foramen.
Infrapiriform foramen

The inferior gluteal artery exits the lesser pelvis together with the sciatic nerve and internal pudendal vessels through the infrapiriform foramen.
I find it difficult to answer

The inferior gluteal artery exits the lesser pelvis together with the sciatic nerve and internal pudendal vessels through the infrapiriform foramen.

15. Which vessels provide arterial blood supply to the uterine tube?

Only the uterine artery

The blood supply to the uterine tube is provided by tubal branches (rami tubarii) branching from both the uterine and ovarian arteries, forming an anastomosis in the mesosalpinx.
Only the ovarian artery

The blood supply to the uterine tube is provided by tubal branches (rami tubarii) branching from both the uterine and ovarian arteries, forming an anastomosis in the mesosalpinx.
Tubal branches from the uterine and ovarian arteries

The blood supply to the uterine tube is provided by tubal branches (rami tubarii) branching from both the uterine and ovarian arteries, forming an anastomosis in the mesosalpinx.
Branches of the vaginal artery and artery of the round ligament of the uterus

The blood supply to the uterine tube is provided by tubal branches (rami tubarii) branching from both the uterine and ovarian arteries, forming an anastomosis in the mesosalpinx.
I find it difficult to answer

The blood supply to the uterine tube is provided by tubal branches (rami tubarii) branching from both the uterine and ovarian arteries, forming an anastomosis in the mesosalpinx.

16. In which structure of the perineum do the internal pudendal vessels (a. et v. pudendae internae) run?

In the superficial perineal space

The internal pudendal vessels and the pudendal nerve run on the lateral wall of the ischioanal fossa within the slit of the internal obturator fascia (Alcock's canal).
In the Alcock canal

The internal pudendal vessels and the pudendal nerve run on the lateral wall of the ischioanal fossa within the slit of the internal obturator fascia (Alcock's canal).
In the rectouterine pouch

The internal pudendal vessels and the pudendal nerve run on the lateral wall of the ischioanal fossa within the slit of the internal obturator fascia (Alcock's canal).
In the inguinal canal

The internal pudendal vessels and the pudendal nerve run on the lateral wall of the ischioanal fossa within the slit of the internal obturator fascia (Alcock's canal).
I find it difficult to answer

The internal pudendal vessels and the pudendal nerve run on the lateral wall of the ischioanal fossa within the slit of the internal obturator fascia (Alcock's canal).

17. Which artery supplies the ampulla of the rectum and often branches from the internal iliac artery along with the inferior vesical or vaginal artery?

Middle rectal artery

The middle rectal artery (a. rectalis media) is a visceral branch of the internal iliac artery, supplying the middle section (ampulla) of the rectum.
Superior rectal artery

The middle rectal artery (a. rectalis media) is a visceral branch of the internal iliac artery, supplying the middle section (ampulla) of the rectum.
Inferior mesenteric artery

The middle rectal artery (a. rectalis media) is a visceral branch of the internal iliac artery, supplying the middle section (ampulla) of the rectum.
Median sacral artery

The middle rectal artery (a. rectalis media) is a visceral branch of the internal iliac artery, supplying the middle section (ampulla) of the rectum.
I find it difficult to answer

The middle rectal artery (a. rectalis media) is a visceral branch of the internal iliac artery, supplying the middle section (ampulla) of the rectum.

18. Which part of the umbilical artery (a. umbilicalis) in a mature woman retains a lumen and gives off the superior vesical arteries?

Distal part, running to the navel

The proximal part of the umbilical artery (pars patens) remains functional in adults and gives off 1 to 3 superior vesical arteries to the apex of the bladder.
Obliterated part

The proximal part of the umbilical artery (pars patens) remains functional in adults and gives off 1 to 3 superior vesical arteries to the apex of the bladder.
Medial umbilical ligament

The proximal part of the umbilical artery (pars patens) remains functional in adults and gives off 1 to 3 superior vesical arteries to the apex of the bladder.
Proximal (patent) part

The proximal part of the umbilical artery (pars patens) remains functional in adults and gives off 1 to 3 superior vesical arteries to the apex of the bladder.
I find it difficult to answer

The proximal part of the umbilical artery (pars patens) remains functional in adults and gives off 1 to 3 superior vesical arteries to the apex of the bladder.

19. How does the trunk of the uterine artery proceed in relation to the wall of the uterus after approaching its cervix?

Descends along the vagina to its vestibule

Upon reaching the cervix, the uterine artery gives off a vaginal branch, and then ascends in a highly tortuous course along the lateral edge of the body of the uterus to its angle.
Ascends in a winding course along the lateral edge of the uterus

Upon reaching the cervix, the uterine artery gives off a vaginal branch, and then ascends in a highly tortuous course along the lateral edge of the body of the uterus to its angle.
Passes horizontally through the fundus of the uterus

Upon reaching the cervix, the uterine artery gives off a vaginal branch, and then ascends in a highly tortuous course along the lateral edge of the body of the uterus to its angle.
Goes back to the rectum

Upon reaching the cervix, the uterine artery gives off a vaginal branch, and then ascends in a highly tortuous course along the lateral edge of the body of the uterus to its angle.
I find it difficult to answer

Upon reaching the cervix, the uterine artery gives off a vaginal branch, and then ascends in a highly tortuous course along the lateral edge of the body of the uterus to its angle.

20. Which major artery do the external pudendal arteries originate from, providing blood supply to the labia majora?

From the internal iliac artery

The external pudendal arteries originate from the femoral artery (a. femoralis) at the area of the subcutaneous slit and are directed towards the external genital organs (giving off anterior labial branches).
From the external iliac artery

The external pudendal arteries originate from the femoral artery (a. femoralis) at the area of the subcutaneous slit and are directed towards the external genital organs (giving off anterior labial branches).
From the femoral artery

The external pudendal arteries originate from the femoral artery (a. femoralis) at the area of the subcutaneous slit and are directed towards the external genital organs (giving off anterior labial branches).
From the obturator artery

The external pudendal arteries originate from the femoral artery (a. femoralis) at the area of the subcutaneous slit and are directed towards the external genital organs (giving off anterior labial branches).
I find it difficult to answer

The external pudendal arteries originate from the femoral artery (a. femoralis) at the area of the subcutaneous slit and are directed towards the external genital organs (giving off anterior labial branches).