Which ligament is also known as Mackenrodt's ligament?

• A. Cardinal
• B. Broad
• C. Uterosacral
• D. Suspensory

Answer: (A)

In pelvic anatomy, the structure known as Mackenrodt's ligament is the cardinal ligament, also called the transverse cervical ligament. It extends from the cervix and lateral pelvic region to the lateral pelvic wall and carries the uterine vessels and the parametrium, making it a major lateral support for the uterus. This distinguishes it from other pelvic supports: the broad ligament is a peritoneal fold enclosing the uterus and its adnexa, the uterosacral ligaments run from the cervix to the sacrum providing posterior support, and the suspensory ligament of the ovary connects the ovary to the lateral abdominal wall containing the ovarian vessels. Therefore, Mackenrodt's ligament corresponds to the cardinal ligament.