mesovarium

/mɛsəˈvɛriəm/

Definitions

1. noun

A fold of peritoneum between the ovary and the oviduct, or between the ovary and other adjacent structures; especially, the fold between the ovary and the pelvic wall.

“The surgeon carefully examined the mesovarium to assess the extent of the ovarian damage.”

Synonyms

  • mesenteric fold
  • mesentery

Antonyms

  • diaphragm
  • pericardium