Multiple choice

In the abdominal cavity, the ovaries are held in position by tissues known as:

  1. mesovarium

  2. mesorchidium

  3. mesenteries

  4. suspensory ligaments

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Explanation

The mesovarium anchors the ovaries to the posterior leaf of the broad ligament. The mesorchidium suspends testes, mesenteries support intestines generally, and suspensory ligaments connect ovaries to the lateral abdominal wall but don't provide the primary attachment.