greater omentum


noun Anatomy.

the peritoneal fold attached to the stomach and the colon and hanging over the small intestine.
Also called caul, gastrocolic omentum.
Compare lesser omentum.

Medical definitions for gastrocolic omentum (1 of 2)

gastrocolic omentum

n.

greater omentum

Medical definitions for gastrocolic omentum (2 of 2)

greater omentum

n.

A peritoneal fold passing from the stomach to the transverse colon, hanging like an apron in front of the intestines. caul epiploon gastrocolic omentum velum