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Gastrocolic Omentum

Description:

The gastrocolic omentum, also known as the greater omentum, is a large fold of peritoneum – the membrane lining the abdominal cavity – that extends from the stomach and wraps around the colon. It hangs down from the greater curvature of the stomach, providing a protective covering for the organs in the abdominal region.

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Noun (Anatomy):

1. The gastrocolic omentum acts as insulation for the abdominal organs.
2. The surgeon carefully moved the gastrocolic omentum to access the underlying structures.

Noun (Medical):

1. The gastrocolic omentum may play a role in the development of certain gastrointestinal diseases.
2. A study found an increased thickness of the gastrocolic omentum in patients with chronic abdominal pain.

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