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Review
. 2009 Jun;13(6):1138-46.
doi: 10.1007/s11605-009-0855-1. Epub 2009 Mar 17.

The omentum: anatomical, metabolic, and surgical aspects

Danielle Collins  1 , Aisling M Hogan, Donal O'Shea, Des C Winter
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Review

The omentum: anatomical, metabolic, and surgical aspects

Danielle Collins et al. J Gastrointest Surg. 2009 Jun.

Abstract

Introduction: The omentum is acknowledged to have diverse functions in the pathophysiology of intra-abdominal disease. Its angiogenic properties act as a natural defense mechanism in peritonitis and intra-abdominal sepsis. With advancing technology the omentum is revealing itself as a new player in the field of molecular surgery with special reference to cancer, obesity and tissue reconstruction.

Materials and methods: This article reviews the existing and potential surgical applications of the omentum.

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