lesser omentum

• Eine Bauchfellfalte, die von der Leber zur kleinen Kurvatur des Magens und zum Zwölffingerdarm zieht und diese Organe verbindet und die Struktur der Bauchhöhle stützt.

A fold of peritoneum that extends from the liver to the lesser curvature of the stomach and the duodenum, helping to connect these organs and support the abdominal structure.

1. Anatomical structureC2formal

   A double layer of peritoneum that connects the stomach and duodenum to the liver, helping to support the organs and provide a pathway for blood vessels and nerves.

   kleines Netz

   • The lesser omentum extends from the liver to the lesser curvature of the stomach.
   • During surgery, the lesser omentum must be carefully dissected to access the pancreas.
   • The blood vessels running through the lesser omentum supply the stomach and liver.