lesser omentum (Meaning)

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lesser omentum (n)

a part of the peritoneum attached to the stomach and liver and supporting the hepatic vessels

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a part of the peritoneum attached to the stomach and liver and supporting the hepatic vessels

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The lesser omentum, a thin membrane, connects the stomach to the liver.

It supports the liver and facilitates the passage of blood vessels.

The lesser omentum's structure is vital for maintaining proper abdominal anatomy.

Damage to the lesser omentum can lead to hernias and other abdominal wall defects.