Fold of peritoneum passing between the stomach and another abdominal organ.

Sections of peritoneum that extend from the stomach to other abdominal organs and to the abdominal wall.

Latin = apron; adjective - omental.

a fold of the peritoneum that supports or connects abdominal structures. The peritoneum is the smooth transparent membrane that lines the cavity of the abdomen.

a fold of peritoneum supporting the viscera

a double layer of visceral peritoneum that passes from the stomach or duodenum to another organ

A fold of peritoneum extending from the stomach to adjacent abdominal organs

the fatty apron of tissue attached to the colon and stomach. Papanicolaou Test: Commonly referred as Pap Smear. This is a common test done in the office to evaluate the cells of the cervix, both the outer surface and inner canal. The cells are examined under a microscope to detect changes that may be cancerous, precancerous, inflammation, or infection.

Sheet of tissue inside the abdomen. Helps to support the weight of the body organs. Common site of spread of ovarian cancer, so often removed during a hysterectomy for ovarian cancer.

an apron-like flap of tissue which hangs from the underside of the stomach and aids circulation in the abdomen.

A double layer of membrane that is rich in fatty tissue and lies in front of the intestines like an apron, covering the internal organs.

A fold of the peritoneum (the thin tissue that lines the abdomen) that surrounds the stomach and other organs in the abdomen.

A free fold of the peritoneum, or one serving to connect viscera, support blood vessels, etc..