TissueDB/Structures/Uterus
Uterus — a hollow, pear-shaped muscular organ situated in the female pelvis between the bladder and rectum, relevant to gynecological and obstetric simulation training.
Component Tissues
| Tissue | Layer/Position | Key Properties |
|---|---|---|
| Endometrium | Innermost; lines the uterine cavity | Vascular mucosal lining |
| Myometrium | Middle; muscular wall | Smooth muscle; greatest component of uterine wall |
| Perimetrium/Serosa | Outermost; visceral peritoneum | Peritoneal covering |
| Uterine vessels | Within myometrium; lateral margins | Arterial and venous supply along lateral aspect |
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Additional Information
Overview
The uterus is a hollow muscular organ with three tissue layers: endometrium (inner lining), myometrium (muscular wall), and perimetrium (outer peritoneal covering). Understanding the layered anatomy is essential for gynecological and obstetric procedures.
Synonyms
- Womb
- Uterine body
Related Structures
Simulators
[edit | edit source]Uterine simulation is incorporated in:
- Laparoscopic Ectopic Pregnancy Simulator — management of ectopic pregnancy in uterine tissue