VAN 221: Veterinary Splanchnology and Applied Anatomy (1+1)

LIVER (RABBIT)

• It is extensive and comprises of 5 lobes
• Gall bladder is situated in a depression at the visceral surface of the right central lobe
• Diaphragmatic surface is convex
• The renal impression at the right lateral lobe is wide and deep
• Parietal surface is convex and applied against diaphragm and the visceral surface is concave which partially accommodates the stomach