left lobe of liver

left hepatic lobe

The left lobe is smaller and more flattened than the right. It is situated in the epigastric and left hypochondriac regions. Its upper surface is slightly convex and is moulded on to the diaphragm; its under surface presents the gastric impression and omental tuberosity. [WP,unvetted].

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Type Organ
Parent Structure lobe of liver
Latin Name left hepatic lobe
FMA ID 13363

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the left lobe of liver?

The left lobe is smaller and more flattened than the right. It is situated in the epigastric and left hypochondriac regions. Its upper surface is slightly convex and is moulded on to the diaphragm; its under surface presents the gastric impression and omental tuberosity. [WP,unvetted].

What is the Latin name for the left lobe of liver?

The Latin name for the left lobe of liver is left hepatic lobe.

References

  1. Foundational Model of Anatomy — FMA:13363 Reference anatomy ontology (University of Washington)
  2. UBERON — UBERON:0001115 Cross-species anatomy ontology (EMBL-EBI Ontology Lookup Service)
  3. Wikipedia — left lobe of liver Encyclopedia article (verified cross-reference)

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