Round ligament of uterus

The round ligament of the uterus originates at the uterine horns, in the parametrium. The round ligament exits the pelvis via the deep inguinal ring. It passes through the inguinal canal to reach the labium majus,' inserting into the fibro-fatty substance of the labium majus.' Blood supply The round ligament is supplied by the artery of the round ligament of uterus, also known as ''Sampson's artery''. Development The round ligament develops from the gubernaculum which attaches the gonad to the labioscrotal swellings in the embryo. ==Function==

The round ligament of uterus acts to hold the uterus anterior-ward to in anteflexion and anteversion, especially by counteracting any posterior-ward forces that may be being exerted upon the uterus (e.g. distended bladder, or gravity while in a recumbent position).''' ==Additional images==

File:Gray589.png|Vessels of the uterus and its appendages, rear view File:Gray1165.png|Female pelvis and its contents, seen from above and in front File:Round ligaments of uterus.jpg|Round ligament of uterus File:Slide3DDD.JPG|Round ligament of uterus ==See also==