The efferent ductules are about 12-20 small coiled tubes that carry sperm from the rete testis into the head of the epididymis. Their lining absorbs much of the fluid that comes from the testis.
| Location | Between the upper back of the testis and the head of the epididymis |
|---|---|
| Parts |
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| Nerve Supply | Testicular plexus (T10-T11 sympathetic) |
| Blood Supply | Testicular artery |
| Venous drainage |
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| Lymphatic drainage |
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Transport sperm from the testis to the epididymis and concentrate it by reabsorbing fluid.
Blockage or damage here is a recognised cause of obstructive azoospermia. Cysts of the epididymal head (spermatoceles) often arise from these ductules.
A sperm-containing cyst at the head of the epididymis.
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