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What are the major structures located in the right upper quadrant (RUQ) of the abdominopelvic cavity?

The major structures located in the right upper quadrant (RUQ) of the abdominopelvic cavity include the right lobe of the liver, the gallbladder, part of the pancreas, and part of the small and large intestines.

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  • Right lobe of the liver
  • Gallbladder
  • Part of the pancreas
  • Part of the small intestines
  • Part of the large intestines
Source:Medical Terminology Systems Updated: A Body Systems Approach· Body Structure· p. 73–92

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