Multiple choice

In a human female, the anteversion of the uterus during pregnancy is maintained by the ___________.

  1. round ligament

  2. broad ligament

  3. cardinal ligament

  4. uterosacral ligaments

  5. pubocervical ligament
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Explanation

The function of the round ligament is maintenance of the anteversion of the uterus (a position where the fundus of the uterus leans ventrally) during pregnancy. Normally, the cardinal ligament is what supports the uterine angle (angle of anteversion). When the uterus grows during pregnancy, the round ligaments can stretch causing pain.

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