The liver is a peritoneal organ positioned in the right upper quadrant of the abdomen. It is the largest visceral structure in the abdominal cavity, and the largest gland in the human body.
An accessory digestion gland, the liver performs a wide range of functions, such as synthesis of bile, glycogen storage and clotting factor production.
In this article, we shall look at the anatomy of the liver – its position, structure, and neurovascular supply.
Anatomical Position
The liver is predominantly located in the right hypochondrium and epigastric areas, and extends into the left hypochondrium.
When discussing the anatomical position of the liver, it is useful to consider its external surfaces, associated ligaments, and the anatomical spaces (recesses) that surround it.
By TeachMeSeries Ltd (2023)
