Ovary Ligaments
Each ovary is attached to several ligaments that help to hold it in
position. The largest of these, formed by a fold of peritoneum, is called
the "broad ligament." It is also attached to the uterine tubes and to the
uterus. At its upper end, the ovary is held by a small fold of peritoneum,
called the "suspensory ligament," which contains the ovarian blood vessels
and nerves. At its lower end, it is attached to the uterus by a rounded,
cord-like thickening of the broad ligament, called the "ovarian ligament."
The "peritoneum" is a two-layered membrane that supports the abdominal
organs, produces lubricating fluid that allows the organs to flow smoothly
over each other, and protects against infection.