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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. 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 …

  5. 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 …

  6. Peritoneal Cancer - StatPearls - NCBI Bookshelf

    The infiltration of malignant cells into the serous membrane that lines the abdominal cavity, viscera, and coelom in amniotes is termed peritoneal surface malignancy or peritoneal cancer. This condition is …

  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. Anatomy of the peritoneum and peritoneal cavity - Osmosis

    Study peritoneum anatomy and peritoneal cavity with illustrated videos and quizzes. Understand visceral, parietal, retroperitoneal, and subperitoneal organs.

  9. 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 …

  10. Peritoneal Disorders | Peritoneum | MedlinePlus

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