Abdomen & Pelvis

Peritoneal cavity

The peritoneal cavity is a space between the parietal and visceral peritoneum, which are the two membranes that separate the organs from the abdominal wall. More.

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1. Greater omentum
  
  Overview of the greater omentum and neighbouring abdominal viscera.
  
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2. Mesentery
  
  Overview of the mesentery on anterior view of abdomen with greater omentum reflected and small intestine removed.
  
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3. Peritoneal relations
  
  Peritoneal cavity as seen in a parasagittal section.
  
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4. Omental bursa
  
  Omental bursa in situ with stomach reflected.
  
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5. Retroperitoneum
  
  Structures of the posterior wall of the peritoneal cavity.
  
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6. Structures of the peritoneal cavity
  
  [184 questions] - Clinical anatomy, topography, intraperitoneal organs and more details related to the peritoneal cavity.
  
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Stomach

The stomach is an organ found in the upper abdomen and is part of the gastrointestinal tract. The main function of this organ is to produce digestive enzymes. More.

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1. Stomach in situ
  
  Stomach in situ seen from an anterior view of the abdomen with the liver retracted.
  
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2. Musculature and mucosa of the stomach
  
  Overview of the muscular layers and mucosa of the stomach.
  
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3. Stomach
  
  [42 questions] - Clinical anatomy, topography, functions and more details related to the stomach.
  
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Spleen

The spleen is found in the upper left part of the abdomen. Its main functions include filtering your blood, creating new blood cells and store platelets. More.

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1. Structure of the spleen
  
  Overview of the main structures of the spleen.
  
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2. Spleen
  
  [51 questions] - Clinical anatomy, topography, functions and more details related to the spleen.
  
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Liver

The liver is a large essential organ found in the upper right quadrant of the abdomen. It is a multifunctional unit that performs such duties as detoxification. More.

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1. Liver in situ
  
  Liver in situ seen from an anterior view of the abdomen with liver retracted.
  
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2. Anterior view of the liver
  
  Structures seen on the anterior view of the isolated liver.
  
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3. Inferior view of the liver
  
  Structures seen on the inferior view of the isolated liver.
  
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4. Posterior view of the liver
  
  Structures seen on the posterior view of the isolated liver.
  
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5. Gallbladder
  
  Gallbladder and neighbouring structures.
  
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6. Liver
  
  [100 questions] - Clinical anatomy, topography, functions and more details related to the liver.
  
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Pancreas

The pancreas is an accessory organ of the GI tract whose function is to release substances that help regulate the blood sugar levels as well as digestion. More.

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1. Pancreas in situ
  
  Pancreas in situ seen from the anterior view.
  
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2. Pancreatic duct system
  
  The pancreatic ducts carry digestive enzymes from the pancreas to the duodenum.
  
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3. Pancreas
  
  [26 questions] - Clinical anatomy, topography, functions and more details related to the pancreas.
  
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Small intestine

The small intestine is the part of the GI tract between the stomach and large intestine. This structure is divided into 3 parts: duodenum, jejunum and ileum. More.

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1. Duodenum
  
  Structure of the duodenum, including the mucosa and muscular layers.
  
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2. Arteries of the small intestine
  
  Arteries of the small intestine with focus on the superior mesenteric artery.
  
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3. Veins of the small intestine
  
  Veins that drain the small intestine.
  
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4. Innervation of the small intestine
  
  Nerves of the small intestine seen from an anterior view of the abdomen.
  
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5. Lymph nodes of the small intestine
  
  Lymph nodes and vessels of the small intestine and neighbouring structures.
  
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6. Small intestine
  
  [59 questions] - Clinical anatomy, topography and functions of the duodenum, jejunum and ileum.
  
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Large intestine

The large intestine is the last part of the GI tract. It functions to absorb water from fecal matter and helps the body get rid of the remaining waste material. More.

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1. Large intestine
  
  Structure of the large intestine, including the mucosa and musculature.
  
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2. Rectum and anal canal
  
  Structures of the rectum and anal canal seen on a coronal section, anterior view of the female pelvis.
  
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3. Arteries of the large intestine
  
  Arteries of the large intestine seen from an anterior view, with the jejunum and ileum removed, and transverse colon reflected.
  
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4. Blood vessels of the rectum
  
  Arteries and veins of the rectum.
  
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5. Colon
  
  [149 questions] - Clinical anatomy, topography, functions and more details related to the large intestine.
  
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Kidneys

The kidneys are a pair of organs shaped like beans and located in the back of the abdomen. The main function of those organs is to filter your blood. More.

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1. Kidneys in situ
  
  Kidneys in situ seen from the anterior view.
  
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2. Kidney structure
  
  Overview of the structure of the kidney seen from the anterior view of the right kidney.
  
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3. Renal cortex
  
  Renal cortex and related structures.
  
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4. Renal arteries
  
  Arteries of the kidneys seen on the anterior view of the right kidney.
  
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5. Kidneys
  
  [86 questions] - Clinical anatomy, topography, functions and more about the kidney.
  
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Ureter

The ureters are tubes made of smooth muscle fibers that take urine from the kidneys to the urinary bladder.. More.

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1. Ureters in situ
  
  Abdominal and pelvic parts of the ureters and related structures.
  
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2. Ureter
  
  [60 questions] - Clinical anatomy, topography, functions and more details related to the ureter.
  
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Pelvis

The pelvis is the lower part of the abdomen and houses the reproductive organs and the end of the digestive tract. All surrounded by pelvic bones and muscles. More.

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1. Muscles of the pelvic floor
  
  Overview of the muscles that form the pelvic floor.
  
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2. Superior view of the female pelvis
  
  Ligaments, vessels and organs of the female pelvis as seen from a superior view
  
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3. Female pelvic viscera and perineum
  
  Contents of the female pelvis, including viscera and perineum.
  
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4. Male pelvic viscera and perineum
  
  Contents of the male pelvis, including viscera and perineum.
  
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5. Blood supply of the female pelvis
  
  Arteries and veins of the female pelvis.
  
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6. Blood supply of the male pelvis
  
  Arteries and veins of the male pelvis.
  
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7. Nerves of the female pelvis
  
  Innervation of the female pelvis.
  
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8. Nerves of the male pelvis
  
  Innervation of the male pelvis.
  
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9. Lumbar plexus
  
  The lumbar plexus supplies the abdominal wall, pelvis and lower limb.
  
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10. Sacral plexus
  
  The sacral plexus is a nerve plexus which supplies the pelvis and lower limb.
  
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11. Neurovasculature of the female perineum
  
  Arteries, veins and nerves of the female perineum.
  
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12. Pelvis
  
  [74 questions] - Clinical anatomy, topography, functions and more about the pelvis.
  
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Urinary bladder

The urinary bladder is a hollow muscular organ responsible for collecting urine coming from the kidneys through the ureters and excreting it via the urethra. More.

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1. Female urinary bladder
  
  Anterior view of coronal section of the female bladder in the pelvis and pelvic floor.
  
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2. Male urinary bladder
  
  Anterior view of coronal section of the male bladder in the pelvis and pelvic floor.
  
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3. Urinary bladder
  
  [73 questions] - Clinical anatomy, topography, functions and more details related to the urinary bladder.
  
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Female reproductive organs

The female reproductive system consists of organs specialized in functions like gamete production and nurturing a fertilized egg as it develops into a fetus. More.

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1. Uterus and ovaries
  
  Structures of the uterus and ovaries seen with uterus straightened.
  
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2. Uterus and vagina
  
  Structure of the uterus and vagina seen on an anterior coronal section.
  
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3. Female perineum
  
  A surface view of the region between the pubic symphysis and the coccyx.
  
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4. Female reproductive system
  
  [59 questions] - Clinical anatomy, topography, function and more about the female reproductive organs.
  
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Male reproductive organs

The male reproductive system consists of organs specialized in many functions which include producing, maintaining and transporting sperm and protective fluid. More.

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1. Structure of the penis
  
  Structure of the penis seen from inferior view.
  
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2. Penis and male urethra
  
  Structure of the penis and urethra seen on a longitudinal section.
  
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3. Scrotum and spermatic cord
  
  Scrotum and spermatic cord, including the coverings and contents.
  
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4. Testis and epididymis
  
  The testes and epididymis are paired male reproductive organs involved in the production, development and storage of sperm.
  
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5. Male reproductive organs
  
  [90 questions] - Clinical anatomy, topography, functions and more details related to the male reproductive organs.
  
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Blood vessels of abdomen & pelvis

The abdominal aorta and inferior vena cava are the main blood vessels responsible for supplying the abdomen and pelvis, through their branches and tributaries. More.

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1. Arteries of the stomach, the liver and the spleen
  
  Arteries which supply the stomach, liver and spleen.
  
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2. Arteries of the pancreas, the duodenum and the spleen
  
  Arteries supplying the pancreas, duodenum and spleen.
  
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3. Hepatic portal vein
  
  Hepatic portal vein, and veins of the stomach, duodenum, pancreas and spleen - including some of the neighbouring arteries.
  
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4. Blood vessels of the abdomen and the pelvis
  
  [60 Questions] - Clinical anatomy, topography, functions and more details related to the blood supply of the abdomen and pelvis.
  
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Lymphatics of the abdomen and the pelvis

There are many lymph nodes, vessels and organs responsible for lymph circulation in this area of the body. More.

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1. Lymphatics of the posterior abdominal wall
  
  Lymph nodes and vessels of the posterior abdominal wall.
  
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2. Lymphatics of the stomach and the liver
  
  Lymph nodes and vessels of the stomach and liver.
  
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3. Lymphatics of the pancreas, the duodenum and the spleen
  
  Lymph nodes and vessels of the pancreas, spleen and duodenum.
  
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4. Lymphatics of the urinary organs
  
  Lymph nodes and vessels of the kidneys, bladder, ureters and urethra.
  
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5. Lymphatics of the male genitalia
  
  Lymph node and vessels of the male genitalia.
  
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6. Lymphatics of the abdomen and pelvis
  
  [60 Questions] - Clinical anatomy, topography, drainage and more details related to the lymph nodes and vessels of the abdomen and pelvis.
  
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Abdomen & Pelvis

Peritoneal cavity

Stomach

Spleen

Liver

Pancreas

Small intestine

Large intestine

Kidneys

Ureter

Pelvis

Urinary bladder

Female reproductive organs

Male reproductive organs

Blood vessels of abdomen & pelvis

Lymphatics of the abdomen and the pelvis

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