What is the omenturm?

Answer 1

The omentum is a fold of peritoneum (the membrane lining the abdominal cavity) that extends from the stomach and connects to other abdominal organs. There are two main parts: the greater omentum, which hangs down from the stomach like an apron and helps insulate and protect abdominal organs, and the lesser omentum, which connects the stomach to the liver. It plays roles in immune response, fat storage, and infection control within the abdominal cavity.