In
human anatomy
The human body is the structure of a human being. It is composed of many different types of cells that together create tissues and subsequently organ systems. They ensure homeostasis and the viability of the human body.
It comprises a he ...
, the greater sac, also known as the general cavity (of the abdomen) or peritoneum of the
peritoneal cavity proper, is the cavity in the
abdomen that is inside the peritoneum but outside the
lesser sac.
It is connected with the lesser sac via the
omental foramen, also known as the ''foramen of Winslow'' or ''epiploic foramen'', which is anteriorly bounded by the portal triad –
portal vein
The portal vein or hepatic portal vein (HPV) is a blood vessel that carries blood from the gastrointestinal tract, gallbladder, pancreas and spleen to the liver. This blood contains nutrients and toxins extracted from digested contents. Approxima ...
,
hepatic artery, and
common bile duct.
Additional images
File:Gray989.png, Schematic figure of the bursa omentalis, etc. Human embryo of eight weeks.
File:Gray990.png, Diagrams to illustrate the development of the greater omentum and transverse mesocolon.
See also
External links
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Diagram at ccccd.edu
{{Peritoneum
General surgery
Abdomen