Female pelvis

Question 1

Describe the boundaries and relations of the Pouch of Douglas

Answer 1

“Recto-uterine pouch”. Inferior-most extension of the peritoneal cavity, between anterior rectum and posterior uterus. Open above to peritoneal cavity.

Question 2

Name the potential spaces where free fluid can accumulate in the pelvis and demonstrate their boundaries.

Answer 2

Vesicouterine pouch = anterior to uterus, between bladder and uterus.

Pouch of Douglas = Rectouterine pouch = posterior to uterus, between rectum and uterus.