Divisions
Anatomically, the lesser omentum is divided into ligaments, each starting with the prefix "hepato" to indicate that it connects to the liver at one end.
Most sources divide it into two parts:
- hepatogastric ligament: the portion connecting to the lesser curvature of the stomach
- hepatoduodenal ligament: the portion connecting to the duodenum
In some cases, the following ligaments are considered part of the lesser omentum:
- hepatophrenic ligament: the portion connecting to the thoracic diaphragm
- hepatoesophageal ligament: the portion connecting to the esophagus
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