Female pelvis

Question 1

It is from the fusion of the paramesonephric (mullerian) ducts.

Answer 1

Uterus

Question 2

erfect spot for tubal ligation

Answer 2

Isthmus

Question 3

fertilization occurs here as well as most ectopics.

Answer 3

Ampulla

Question 4

They extend laterally, cross the external iliac vessels, and enter the internal inguinal ring, and insert in the labia majora.

Answer 4

Round ligament

Question 5

Ligament that provides the main support for the uterus and cervix.

Answer 5

Cardinal ligament

Question 6

ligament that provide minor cervical support.

Answer 6

Uterosacral ligaments

Question 7

Majority originates from the

Answer 7

internal iliac artery (aka: hypogastric artery)

Question 8

What is the modality of choice for the female pelvis?

Answer 8

Ultrasound

Question 9

Uterine size (volumi in ml)

1. adult (nulliparous)
2. adult (parous)
3. postmenopausal

Answer 9

1. 30-40
2. 60-50
3. 14-17

Question 10

Echogenecity of ovary compared with uterus.

Answer 10

less echogenic

Question 11

T2W image of cervix

Answer 11

hyperintense central zone reresenting mucus and epithelium

Question 12

Assess morphology of endocervical canal, uterine cavity, tubes.
Rule out tubal occlusion, synechiae, uterine anomalies.

Answer 12

hysterosalpingogram