superior recess of omental bursa; superior omental recess
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Introduction
A portion of the vestibule of the bursa omentalis.
- extends upward between the inferior vena cava & the esophagus
- limited superiorly by the diaphragm & posterior layers of the coronary ligament of liver
More general terms
Additional terms
- inferior recess of omental bursa; inferior omental recess
- omental bursa; epiploic sac; lesser peritoneal cavity/sac; omental sac