uterine spiral artery
endometrial spiral arteriole
A corkscrew-like artery in premenstrual or progestational endometrium; uterine spiral arteries play a vital role in supplying nutrients to the placenta and fetus, and are thus remodeled into highly dilated inelastic vessels by the action of invading trophoblast (physiological change).
| Tipo | Vessel |
| Nombre latino | endometrial spiral arteriole |
Preguntas frecuentes
What is the uterine spiral artery?
A corkscrew-like artery in premenstrual or progestational endometrium; uterine spiral arteries play a vital role in supplying nutrients to the placenta and fetus, and are thus remodeled into highly dilated inelastic vessels by the action of invading trophoblast (physiological change).
What is the Latin name for the uterine spiral artery?
The Latin name for the uterine spiral artery is endometrial spiral arteriole.
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