Hepatic ligament The coronary ligament is a special type of hepatic ligament that plays an important role in human anatomy. This ligament connects between the liver and the diaphragm, giving the body its specific shape.
The coronary ligament of the liver consists of two sections - right and left. The right section runs from the root of the liver to the lateral border of the diaphragmatic opening. The left section connects the liver with the diaphragm and is located inside the epigastric triangle.
The functions of the coronary ligament of the liver include:
1. Liver Support – The liver ligament helps maintain the shape of the liver. This is important for the proper functioning of internal organs and the circulatory system.
2. Distribution of blood flow in the liver - the right side of the body is smaller than the left side, and the coronoid ligament helps keep the liver in the center of the body. This ensures proper flow of blood and nutrients to the liver. 3. Reguli