gastro-splenic ligament

gastrolienal ligament

Peritoneum connecting the greater curvature of stomach with the hilum of the spleen[umich]. part of the greater omentum; derived from the dorsal mesogastrium in the embryo.

Type Ligament
Parent Structure mesoderm-derived structure
Latin Name gastrolienal ligament
FMA ID 16517

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the gastro-splenic ligament?
Peritoneum connecting the greater curvature of stomach with the hilum of the spleen[umich]. part of the greater omentum; derived from the dorsal mesogastrium in the embryo.
What is the Latin name for the gastro-splenic ligament?
The Latin name for the gastro-splenic ligament is gastrolienal ligament.

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Data sources: Terminologia Anatomica, Foundational Model of Anatomy, Wikidata.