lobe of liver

hepatic lobe

Traditional gross anatomy divided the liver into four lobes based on surface features. The falciform ligament is visible on the front (anterior side) of the liver. This divides the liver into a left anatomical lobe, and a right anatomical lobe.

Type Ligament
Body System Endocrine
Latin Name hepatic lobe
FMA ID 13361

Sub-structures

left lobe of liver Organ right lobe of liver Vessel

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the lobe of liver?
Traditional gross anatomy divided the liver into four lobes based on surface features. The falciform ligament is visible on the front (anterior side) of the liver. This divides the liver into a left anatomical lobe, and a right anatomical lobe.
What body system is the lobe of liver part of?
The lobe of liver is part of the Endocrine.
What is the Latin name for the lobe of liver?
The Latin name for the lobe of liver is hepatic lobe.

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