What is another word for hepatoduodenal ligament?
Pronunciation: [hˈɛpɐtˌɒdjuːˌə͡ʊdnə͡l lˈɪɡəmənt] (IPA) 
The hepatoduodenal ligament is a complex structure in the human body that plays a vital role in the digestion process. This ligament connects the liver to the duodenum and carries important blood vessels and other structures that regulate the flow of bile, pancreatic enzymes, and nutrients. Some synonyms for the hepatoduodenal ligament include the portal triad, portal pedicle, and portal hilum. The triad refers to the three structures that make up the hepatoduodenal ligament: the hepatic artery, portal vein, and common bile duct. The portal pedicle refers to the collection of structures within the hepatoduodenal ligament, and the portal hilum refers to the opening where blood vessels and other structures enter and exit the liver.
