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Fibrous capsule of Glisson
Introduction
Overview
Overview
Glisson’s capsule is a collagenous capsule covering the external surface of the liver.
It is covered by a single layer of mesothelial cells.
External links
External links
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- Histology image: 15504loa – Histology Learning System at Boston University – “Liver, Gall Bladder, and Pancreas: liver, classic lobule”