Peritoneal Cavity

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Engelsk definition

The space enclosed by the peritoneum. It is divided into two portions, the greater sac and the lesser sac or omental bursa, which lies behind the STOMACH. The two sacs are connected by the foramen of Winslow, or epiploic foramen.

Svenska synonymer

Cavum peritonei Peritonealhåla Omental bursa

Engelska synonymer

Cavity, Peritoneal Lesser Sac Sac, Lesser Omental Bursa Bursa, Omental Greater Sac Sac, Greater