The term "arteria bulbi vestibuli" refers to the artery that supplies blood to the vestibule of the nose. The word "arteria" is spelled with the phonetic transcription /ɑrˈtɛriə/ and means "artery" in Latin. "Bulbi" (/ˈbʊlbi/) is the plural form of "bulbus," which is Latin for "bulb." "Vestibuli" (/vɛsˈtɪbjʊli/) is the genitive form of "vestibulum," meaning "vestibule." The spelling of this word follows Latin conventions and requires a basic knowledge of Latin pronunciation and grammar.
Arteria Bulbi Vestibuli, also known as the artery of the bulb of the vestibule, is a term used in human anatomy to describe a small vascular structure located in the female reproductive system.
This artery specifically refers to a branch of the internal pudendal artery, which arises from the internal iliac artery. It supplies blood to the bulb of the vestibule in the female external genitalia.
The bulb of the vestibule is a spongy erectile tissue that is analogous to the corpus spongiosum of the male genitalia. It is located on either side of the vaginal opening and plays a crucial role in sexual arousal and orgasm. The Arteria Bulbi Vestibuli delivers oxygenated blood to this tissue, ensuring its proper function during sexual stimulation.
Along with its arterial branches, the bulb of the vestibule is also supplied by nerve fibers that contribute to sexual sensation and arousal.
Understanding the vascular supply to specific anatomical structures is essential for various medical fields, including gynecology and urology. Knowledge of the Arteria Bulbi Vestibuli is particularly important when assessing and diagnosing conditions such as sexual dysfunction, genital inflammation, or trauma.
Origin, a. clitoridis; distribution, vestibular bulb.
A practical medical dictionary. By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop. Published 1920.