canal of Nuck
canal of nuck
A patent pouch of peritoneum extending into the labia majora of women. It is analogous to the processus vaginalis in males. The pouch accompanies the gubernaculum during development of the urinary and reproductive organs, more specifically during the descent of the ovaries, and normally obliterates.
| Type | Organ |
| Parent Structure | mesoderm-derived structure |
| Latin Name | canal of nuck |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the canal of Nuck?
A patent pouch of peritoneum extending into the labia majora of women. It is analogous to the processus vaginalis in males. The pouch accompanies the gubernaculum during development of the urinary and reproductive organs, more specifically during the descent of the ovaries, and normally obliterates.
What is the Latin name for the canal of Nuck?
The Latin name for the canal of Nuck is canal of nuck.
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