Posterior view of the liver

This tutorial provides an in-depth exploration of the liver's anatomy, focusing on the posterior view. It covers the liver's lobes, including the left, right, caudate, and quadrate lobes, and their anatomical and functional aspects. The tutorial also examines the liver's ligaments, such as the coronary and triangular ligaments, and discusses the liver's blood supply through the hepatic artery and portal vein. Additionally, it explains the bile ducts and the gallbladder's role in bile storage and transport.

Describe the function of the liver.

What are the four anatomical lobes of the liver?

What is the significance of the visceral surface of the left lobe of the liver?

What are the impressions found on the visceral surface of the left lobe of the liver?

How does the caudate lobe relate to the right and left lobes of the liver?

Describe the structure and function of the coronary ligament of the liver.

Explain the role of the hepatic portal vein.

Explain the clinical significance of portal hypertension.

What is the function of the gallbladder?

What is the role of the cystic duct in the biliary system?