Question

Match the mesentery with its description.

1. Extends between the stomach and liver
2. Anterior fold of mesentery that covers the intestines
3. Suspends small intestine from the abdominal wall
4. Connects the large intestine and abdominal wall

-Lesser omentum
-Mesocolon
-Greater omentum
-Mesentery proper

Answer 1

The correct matches are 1. Lesser omentum, 2. The greater omentum, 3. Mesentery proper, 4. Mesocolon.

Step-by-step explanation:

The question asks us to match mesenteries of the peritoneum to their correct descriptions. Mesenteries are peritoneal folds that not only support abdominal organs but also contain essential vessels and nerves. Below are the matches:

1. Lesser omentum: Suspends the stomach from the inferior border of the liver; provides a pathway for structures connecting to the liver.
2. Greater omentum: Anterior fold of mesentery that covers the intestines - an apron-like structure lying superficial to the small intestine and transverse colon.
3. Mesentery proper: Suspends the small intestine from the abdominal wall.
4. Mesocolon: Connects the large intestine and abdominal wall.