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Explore the anatomy and function of umbilical arteries and vein in this 14-minute educational video that examines how blood flows between the fetus and placenta during development. Learn about the anatomical origins and destinations of these crucial blood vessels, including their branching patterns and connections to major circulatory structures. Discover the liver's role in fetal circulation and understand what happens to umbilical vessels after birth, including their transformation into adult anatomical structures. Examine these vessels using anatomy models to visualize their positioning and relationships within the developing circulatory system, gaining comprehensive knowledge of fetal vascular anatomy essential for understanding prenatal development and birth-related physiological changes.
Syllabus
Umbilical arteries and vein anatomy
Taught by
Sam Webster