lesser omentum

• Pliegue del peritoneo que se extiende desde el hígado hasta la curvatura menor del estómago y el duodeno, ayudando a conectar estos órganos y a mantener la estructura de la cavidad abdominal.

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.

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   • 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.