Which of the following structures forms the superior boundary of the omental foramen?

(A) inferior vena cava
(B) duodenum
(C) caudate lobe of the liver
(D) head of the pancreas
(E) hepatoduodenal ligament


Ans: (C) caudate lobe of the liver

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