The subphrenic and subhepatic recesses are peritoneal spaces situated beneath the diaphragm and liver, respectively. The subphrenic recess lies between the diaphragm and anterior surface of the liver, while the subhepatic space is located between the liver and transverse colon. These recesses facilitate movement of viscera and allow fluid accumulation in cases of infection, trauma, or ascites. Clinically, these spaces are important for imaging, drainage, and understanding the spread of intra-abdominal infections. Surgical awareness of these recesses helps prevent inadvertent injury to adjacent structures during abdominal procedures. Subphrenic and Subhepatic Recesses Diagram - Chart - diagrams and charts with labels. This diagram depicts Subphrenic and Subhepatic Recesses and explains the details of Subphrenic and Subhepatic Recesses.
Subphrenic and Subhepatic Recesses
