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  1. Peritoneum - Wikipedia

    The peritoneum is the serous membrane forming the lining of the abdominal cavity or coelom in amniotes and some invertebrates, such as annelids. It covers most of the intra-abdominal (or …

  2. Peritoneal Cancer: What is The Peritoneum, Symptoms, & Treatment - WebMD

    Sep 21, 2023 · Peritoneal cancer is a rare cancer. It develops in a thin layer of tissue that lines the abdomen. It also covers the uterus, bladder, and rectum. Made of epithelial cells, this structure is...

  3. Peritoneum: Anatomy, Function, Location & Definition

    Apr 27, 2022 · Your peritoneum is a membrane that lines the inside of your abdomen and pelvis (parietal layer). It also covers many of your organs inside (visceral layer). The space in between these layers …

  4. Peritoneum and peritoneal cavity: Anatomy and function | Kenhub

    Nov 3, 2023 · So let’s start with the basics; the Peritoneum is a serous membrane which lines the walls of the abdominal cavity and lies on abdominal and pelvic organs. Between its two layers – parietal …

  5. The Peritoneum - Visceral - Parietal - TeachMeAnatomy

    Nov 6, 2025 · In this article, we shall look at the anatomy of the peritoneum – its structure, relationship with the abdominal organs, and any clinical correlations. Explore, cut, dissect, annotate and …

  6. Peritoneal Cancer - UChicago Medicine

    Primary peritoneal cancer is a rare type of cancer that begins inside the lining of the abdomen. Secondary peritoneal cancer (peritoneal carcinomatosis or peritoneal metastasis) is cancer that has …

  7. Abdominal Cavity, Mesothelium, Serous Membrane - Britannica

    Dec 26, 2025 · peritoneum, large membrane in the abdominal cavity that connects and supports internal organs. It is composed of many folds that pass between or around the various organs.

  8. Peritoneum | Complete Anatomy - Elsevier

    Discover the complex structure and essential functions of the peritoneum, your body's protective abdominal membrane.

  9. Peritoneal Disorders | Peritoneum | MedlinePlus

    Dec 8, 2025 · Disorders of the peritoneum aren't common but include peritonitis, cancer and complications from dialysis.

  10. Peritoneum: Anatomy | Concise Medical Knowledge - Lecturio

    Dec 15, 2025 · The peritoneum is a serous membrane lining the abdominopelvic cavity. This lining is formed by connective tissue and originates from the mesoderm. The membrane lines both the …