The lesser omentum is a double-layered peritoneal fold connecting the stomach and duodenum to the liver. Which two ligaments constitute the lesser omentum?

• A Gastrocolic and gastrosplenic ligaments
• B Hepatogastric and hepatoduodenal ligaments ✓
• C Falciform and coronary ligaments
• D Gastrophrenic and lienorenal ligaments

Explanation

The lesser omentum consists of the hepatogastric ligament (between liver and lesser curvature of stomach) and hepatoduodenal ligament (between liver and first part of duodenum). The gastrocolic and gastrosplenic ligaments are parts of the greater omentum. The falciform and coronary ligaments attach the liver to the diaphragm and anterior abdominal wall.

Reference: Gray's Anatomy for Students, 4th ed.

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