PAROOPHORON Meaning and
Definition
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Paroophoron is a term used in anatomy to refer to a vestigial organ found in the female reproductive system. It is a remnant of the mesonephros, an embryonic kidney structure that appears during development. This structure appears as a small cluster of tubules located near the upper part of the uterus.
The paroophoron is composed of non-functional tubules that do not play any discernible role in normal female reproductive function. It is believed to be a remnant of primitive embryonic structures that were more prominent in certain animal species but have lost their significance in human evolution.
Although the paroophoron lacks a specific function, its presence is considered one of the defining characteristics that differentiate the female reproductive system from the male system. In males, a similar vestigial structure known as the epididymis develops from the mesonephros, but in females, the paroophoron remains largely undeveloped and non-functional.
The paroophoron rarely causes any health issues or complications; however, in certain cases, it can develop cysts or tumors. These are usually non-cancerous and rarely require medical intervention. The paroophoron is mainly studied and discussed in the context of embryology and comparative anatomy, as its presence serves as a valuable insight into the evolutionary history of reproductive organs in humans and other species.
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A collection of rudimentary tubules in the mesosalpinx near the uterus, the analogue of the paradidymis in the male; epoophoron, paroarium, parovarium.
A practical medical dictionary. By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop. Published 1920.
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