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gastrocolic ligament

A major portion of the greater omentum between the stomach and the transverse colon.

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Type Ligament
Parent Structure fold of peritoneum
FMA ID 16552

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the gastrocolic ligament?

A major portion of the greater omentum between the stomach and the transverse colon.

References

  1. Foundational Model of Anatomy — FMA:16552 Reference anatomy ontology (University of Washington)
  2. UBERON — UBERON:0035201 Cross-species anatomy ontology (EMBL-EBI Ontology Lookup Service)
  3. Wikipedia — gastrocolic ligament Encyclopedia article (verified cross-reference)

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