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Fimbriae of Uterine Tube (Right; Posterior)
Urogenital System

Fimbriae of Uterine Tube (Right; Posterior)

Fimbriae tubae uterinae

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Structure/Morphology

The fimbriae are finger-like projections, or folds, characteristic of the infundibulum of the uterine tubes. The ovarian fimbria is the longest fimbriae of the uterine tubes. It has the deepest mucosal grooves of all the fimbriae. It is in direct contact with the ovary at its superior pole.

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Key Features/Anatomical Relations

The fimbriae are in close proximity with the ovary and are held in place by the mesosalpinx of the broad ligament.

Function

These projections surround the ovary and during ovulation they aid in capturing the released ovum. The ovarian fimbria ensures the close proximity of the ovary and the uterine tube.

List of Clinical Correlates

—Ectopic pregnancy

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