lesser sac

bursa omentalis

The lesser sac, also known as the omental bursa, is the cavity in the abdomen that is formed by the lesser and greater omentum. Usually found in mammals, it is connected with the greater sac via the epiploic foramen (also known as the Foramen of Winslow). [WP,unvetted].

Tipo Organ
Estructura principal organ subunit
Nombre latino bursa omentalis
FMA ID 19800

Preguntas frecuentes

What is the lesser sac?
The lesser sac, also known as the omental bursa, is the cavity in the abdomen that is formed by the lesser and greater omentum. Usually found in mammals, it is connected with the greater sac via the epiploic foramen (also known as the Foramen of Winslow). [WP,unvetted].
What is the Latin name for the lesser sac?
The Latin name for the lesser sac is bursa omentalis.

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