Peritoneal Cavity Flashcards
1
Q
the peritoneal cavity is known as the
A
greater sac
2
Q
fold of peritoneum, hangs from the greater curve of the stomach
A
greater omentum
3
Q
due to this, fluid cannot extend b/w bare area of the liver and diaphragm
A
coronary ligaments
4
Q
when supine, the lowest part of the body is
A
the pelvis
5
Q
connects the greater curve of the stomach to the splenic hilum
A
gastrosplenic ligament
6
Q
midline structure of abdomen
A
linea alba
7
Q
collection of fluid that occurs after surgery in the pelvis
A
lymphocele
8
Q
most common hernia location
A
inguinal
