[1] It travels through the parametrium of the inferior broad ligament of the uterus.

It commonly anastomoses (connects with) the ovarian artery.

The uterine artery is the major blood supply to the uterus and enlarges significantly during pregnancy.

It can also arise as the 2nd or 3rd branch from the inferior gluteal artery.

[2] The uterine arteries are ligated during hysterectomy.