Relevant Anatomy. Vesicovaginal fistula is a free communication between the urinary bladder and the vagina. Ureterovaginal fistula is a communication between the distal ureter and the vagina. For further discussion of relevant anatomy, see Surgical Therapy.
Spine Anatomy Video. Vertebrae are the 33 individual, interlocking bones that form the spinal column. Each vertebra has three main functional components: the vertebral body for load-bearing, the vertebral arch to protect the spinal cord, and transverse processes for ligament attachment.pine Anatomy Video. Vertebrae are the 33 individual, interlocking bones that form the spinal column. Each vertebra has three main functional components: the vertebral body for load-bearing, the vertebral arch to protect the spinal cord, and transverse processes for ligament attachment.
The cervical spine is the upper part of your spine that supports your neck. The cervical spine has seven vertebrae. The middle part of your back is your thoracic spine. It is made up of 12 vertebrae. The lumbar spine is your lower back and has five vertebrae. Spinal compression can occur in any of these areas.