mesogastrium

Meanings

• noun

  The mesogastrium is the layer of the abdominal cavity that surrounds the stomach and other intra-abdominal organs.

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Variants

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monogastric

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Etymology

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From the Greek words 'meso' meaning 'between' and 'gastron' meaning 'stomach'

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Trivia

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1. The mesogastrium is also known as the 'omentum' in older anatomical texts.

2. The mesogastrium is rich in fat and lymphatic tissue, making it an important source of energy and nutrients for the developing fetus.

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1. peritoneum: The mesogastrium is a part of the peritoneum, the thin layer of tissue that lines the abdominal and pelvic cavities.

2. omental bursa: The omental bursa, also known as the lesser sac, is a potential space in the mesogastrium that contains the stomach's greater curvature.

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In anatomy, the mesogastrium is an essential structure that protects the stomach and other organs during fetal development and provides a pathway for the ligament of Treitz.

How to Memorize "mesogastrium"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a layer of connective tissue surrounding the stomach and other intra-abdominal organs.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the mesogastrium with the protective role it plays for the stomach and other organs.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'My Stomach's Guardian' to remember the function of the mesogastrium.

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