Cardiovascular System
Ovarian Branch of Uterine Artery (Left)
Ramus ovaricus arteriae uterinae
Read moreQuick Facts
Origin: The ascending uterine artery.
Course: Laterally towards the ovary.
Branches: None.
Supplied Structures: Ovary and uterine tube.
Origin
As the ascending uterine artery approaches the ovarian ligament and the uterotubal junction, it gives off an ovarian branch of the uterine artery.
Course
The ovarian branch of the uterine artery travels laterally towards the ovary, where it forms an anastomosis with the ovarian branch of the ovarian artery.
Branches
Several small unnamed branches enter the tissue of the ovary.
Supplied Structures
The ovarian branch of the uterine artery contributes to the ovarian arterial supply. The proportion of the ovary supplied via the uterine artery, compared to the ovarian artery varies between individuals.
