Gastrophrenic ligament
Gastrophrenic Ligament
The Gastrophrenic Ligament (pronunciation: gas-tro-fren-ic lig-a-ment) is a part of the human anatomy, specifically within the abdominal cavity.
Etymology
The term "Gastrophrenic" is derived from two Greek words: "gastro" meaning stomach, and "phrenic" referring to the diaphragm. Thus, the Gastrophrenic Ligament is a structure that connects the stomach to the diaphragm.
Anatomy
The Gastrophrenic Ligament is a thin, membranous structure that extends from the superior part of the stomach to the underside of the diaphragm. It is a part of the greater omentum, a large apron-like fold of visceral peritoneum that hangs down from the stomach.
The Gastrophrenic Ligament contains blood vessels, lymphatics, and nerves that supply the stomach and the diaphragm. It plays a crucial role in maintaining the position of the stomach within the abdominal cavity and facilitates the movement of the diaphragm during respiration.
Related Terms
- Greater omentum: A large apron-like fold of visceral peritoneum that hangs down from the stomach.
- Stomach: The organ of digestion found on the left side of the upper abdomen.
- Diaphragm: The primary muscle used in the process of inspiration, or inhalation.
- Abdominal cavity: The largest cavity in the body, it contains the stomach, small intestine, large intestine, liver, gallbladder, pancreas, spleen, kidneys, and adrenal glands.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Gastrophrenic ligament
- Wikipedia's article - Gastrophrenic ligament
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