superior recess of omental bursa; superior omental recess

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

• recess

Additional terms

• inferior recess of omental bursa; inferior omental recess
• omental bursa; epiploic sac; lesser peritoneal cavity/sac; omental sac