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Tissues called mesenteries that extend from the abdominal wall which is called the peritoneum.

to be short and sweet the answer is mesentery

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Clear memebrane holds small intestine in place?

The mesentery.


What is the difference between the mesentery and the mesocolon?

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What is the function of the mesentery in cat?

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