Uterine and ovarian countercurrent pathways in the control of ovarian function in the pig

Krzymowski, T.; Kotwica, J.; Stefanczyk-Krzymowska, S.

Journal of Reproduction and Fertility. Supplement 40: 179-191

1990


ISSN/ISBN: 0449-3087
PMID: 2192036
Document Number: 353102
The structure of the broad ligament (mesovarium, mesosalpinx and mesometrium) of the uterus is described in relation to the countercurrent exchange of steroid hormones and prostaglandins between the arterial, venous and lymphatic vessels of the uterus. The role that countercurrent exchange of PGF2 alpha may have in protecting the corpus luteum against luteolysis during the luteal phase of the oestrous cycle and in early pregnancy is discussed.

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