omentum

UK
/əʊˈmɛntəm/
US
/oʊˈmɛntəm/

Übersetzungen

omentumsubstantiv
omenta
Pl.
UK
/əʊˈmɛntəm/
US
/oʊˈmɛntəm/
The surgeon carefully examined the omentum during the operation.
Хирург тщательно осмотрел сальник во время операции.
Synonyme
fat apron
peritoneal fold
greater omentum
lesser omentum
omentum majus
omentum minus

Definitionen

omentumsubstantiv
A fold of peritoneum connecting the stomach with other abdominal organs.
The surgeon carefully examined the omentum during the procedure to ensure there were no signs of disease.
A layer of fat that covers and supports the intestines and organs in the lower abdomen.
The omentum plays a crucial role in protecting the abdominal organs and storing fat.