Anatomy of the Female External Genitalia

External Genitalia

• The labia minora and labia majora join in front of the symphysis pubis and merge with the skin of the perineum.
• The clitoris, corresponding to the penis in the male, contains sensory nerve endings and erectile tissue.

Vestibular Glands (Bartholin's Glands)

• The vestibular glands are situated near the vaginal opening, on either side of it.

Main Structures of External Genitalia

• The main structures of the external genitalia are the mons pubis, labia minora, labia majora, clitoris, opening of the urethra, and the vaginal opening.

Boundary of the Vulva

• The labia majora form the boundary of the vulva.

Location of Vestibular Glands

• The vestibular glands are located on either side of the vaginal opening.

Reception of Spermatozoa

• The vaginal opening is responsible for the reception of spermatozoa.

Nerve Supply to External Genitalia

• The pudendal nerve and its branches supply the external genitalia.

Arterial Supply to External Genitalia

• The external genitalia are supplied by the external pudendal arteries, obturator arteries, and internal pudendal arteries.

Venous Drainage of External Genitalia

• The venous drainage from the external genitalia eventually drains into the internal iliac veins.

This quiz covers the anatomical features of the external female genitalia, including the labia majora, labia minora, mons pubis, hymen, and vestibule. Test your knowledge of the composition and characteristics of these structures.