What Are the Primary Lymphatic Drainage Areas in Gynecology?
In gynecology, the key areas for lymphatic drainage include:
1. Ovaries: Lymphatic drainage from the ovaries primarily goes to the para-aortic and pelvic lymph nodes. 2. Uterus: The lymph from the uterus drains into the external iliac, internal iliac, obturator, and para-aortic lymph nodes. 3. Cervix: Cervical lymphatic drainage is directed towards the parametrial, hypogastric, obturator, and external iliac lymph nodes. 4. Vagina: Vaginal lymph flows to the inguinal, external iliac, and hypogastric lymph nodes. 5. Vulva: Lymph from the vulva drains into the inguinal and femoral lymph nodes.
