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The Sampson artery runs under the round ligament of uterus.
It represents the anastomosis of the uterine artery and ovarian artery.
It is named for John A. Sampson.
Clinical significance
It is considered an insignificant artery that is dissected during hysterectomies.
It can be the source of hemoperitoneum, but only rarely does it pose a hemodynamic risk to the patient if severed and it is easily cauterized or sutured to prevent bleeding.
References
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