Vesico-uterine pouch
Vesico-uterine pouch
Vesico-uterine pouch (pronunciation: ves-i-ko-yoo-tuh-reen pouch) is a medical term referring to the anatomical space located between the uterus and the urinary bladder in females.
Etymology
The term "Vesico-uterine pouch" is derived from the Latin words "vesica" meaning bladder, "uterus" meaning womb, and "pouch" referring to a small bag or sack.
Anatomy
The Vesico-uterine pouch is the anterior-most part of the peritoneal cavity in females. It is formed when the peritoneum, a serous membrane that forms the lining of the abdominal cavity, drapes over the uterus and the urinary bladder. This creates a space or "pouch" between these two organs.
Clinical Significance
The Vesico-uterine pouch is of clinical significance as it is often the lowest point in the pelvis when a woman is in a standing position. This makes it a common site for the accumulation of ascites (abnormal build-up of fluid in the abdomen), particularly in cases of ovarian cancer or endometriosis.
Related Terms
- Peritoneal cavity: The space within the abdomen that contains the intestines, the stomach, and the liver. It is bound by thin membranes.
- Uterus: A female reproductive organ where the development of the fetus occurs.
- Urinary bladder: A hollow muscular organ that collects urine from the kidneys before disposal by urination.
- Ascites: The accumulation of fluid in the peritoneal cavity, causing abdominal swelling.
- Ovarian cancer: A type of cancer that begins in the ovaries.
- Endometriosis: A disorder in which tissue similar to the tissue that forms the lining of your uterus grows outside of your uterine cavity.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Vesico-uterine pouch
- Wikipedia's article - Vesico-uterine pouch
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