cervical canal, then the vagina.
Passenger (fetus), Passageway (pelvic bone/pelvic structures), Power (uterine contractions), Placenta, Psyche (psychological state), Prayer
Nourished by glycogen rich uterine secretions. -Pearson Text Book
Before placental development the conceptus gets nutrition from uterine secretions. After placentation nutrition comes from the mare via the placenta.
The hormone that stimulates uterine contractions for the birth process is oxytocin. Oxytocin is produced by the pituitary gland and helps facilitate labor and delivery by increasing the strength and frequency of uterine contractions.
The endometrium houses the baby. It is stretch to its fullness.It will contract to push the baby out during delivery.
A baby delivered through an incision in the maternal abdominal and uterine wall is known as a cesarean section or C-section delivery. This surgical procedure is typically performed when a vaginal delivery poses risks to the mother or baby, such as in cases of fetal distress, abnormal positioning, or previous uterine surgeries. C-sections can be planned in advance or performed as an emergency procedure during labor.
Pap smear-a cytologic sampling from the uterine cervix that serves to detect dysplasia and squamous cell carcinoma of the cervix.
The uterine pedicle contains the uterine artery, uterine vein, and uterine ligaments that attach the uterus to surrounding structures. It is an essential structure for providing blood supply and support to the uterus.
The placenta is the structure that provides nutrients and oxygen for a developing fetus. It is connected to the uterine wall and facilitates the exchange of gases and nutrients between the mother and the developing baby.
The uterine horns in rats allow for the development of multiple embryos simultaneously, which is beneficial for species that have large litters. This structure provides an increased surface area for implantation and nutrient absorption, supporting the growth of several fetuses. Additionally, the separation of the uterine horns can facilitate the accommodation of varying developmental stages of embryos, optimizing reproductive success.
A uterine sound measures uterine depth.
Parenchyma is the bulk of the organ, so uterine parenchyma means the uterine walls.