LESSER PERITONEAL CAVITY
(noun)Definitions
There is 1 meaning of the phrase
Lesser Peritoneal Cavity.
Lesser Peritoneal Cavity - as a noun
An isolated part of the peritoneal cavity that is dorsal to the stomach
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
bursa omentalisomental bursaExample Sentences
"The lesser peritoneal cavity is a smaller space within the abdominal cavity."
"In surgical procedures, the surgeon may access the lesser peritoneal cavity to perform certain operations."
"Diseases of the lesser peritoneal cavity can cause pain and discomfort."
"During laparoscopic surgery, a camera is inserted into the lesser peritoneal cavity to visualize the organs."
"Fluid may accumulate in the lesser peritoneal cavity, leading to a condition called ascites."
