Ligament - Peritoneal Ligaments

Peritoneal Ligaments

Certain folds of peritoneum are referred to as ligaments. Examples include:

  • The hepatoduodenal ligament, that surrounds the hepatic portal vein and other vessels as they travel from the duodenum to the liver.
  • The broad ligament of the uterus, also a fold of peritoneum.

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