The ovaries are a pair of small, almond-shaped glands located in the pelvis on either side of the uterus. They are an essential part of the female reproductive system, producing and releasing eggs for fertilization and secreting hormones such as estrogen and progesterone.
Blood Supply: The ovaries are supplied by the ovarian arteries, which branch off the aorta and travel through the broad ligament of the uterus to reach the ovaries. The ovarian veins drain blood from the ovaries and ultimately empty into the inferior vena cava.
Suspensory Ligament: The suspensory ligament of the ovary attaches the ovary to the pelvic wall and contains the ovarian vessels and nerves.
Ovarian Ligament: The ovarian ligament attaches the ovary to the uterus and contains the ovarian vessels and nerves.