Terminology:Peritoneal Structures Mesentery-a double-layer of peritoneum that connects an organ to the body wall;transmits nerves and blood vessels to an organ from the body wall. Mesocolon-mesentery of the colon Peritoneal ligaments-2 or more layers of peritoneum that connect an organ to other organs or to the body wall. Omentum-a double-layer of peritoneum that connects the stomach to other organs -Greater omentum -Lesser omentumTerminology: Peritoneal Structures • Mesentery – a double-layer of peritoneum that connects an organ to the body wall; transmits nerves and blood vessels to an organ from the body wall. • Mesocolon – mesentery of the colon • Peritoneal ligaments – 2 or more layers of peritoneum that connect an organ to other organs or to the body wall. • Omentum– a double-layer of peritoneum that connects the stomach to other organs – Greater omentum – Lesser omentum