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  1. 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 …

  2. 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 …

  3. 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, …

  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 …

  5. 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.

  6. Anatomy of the Peritoneum - Advanced Renal Education Program

    In males, the peritoneum is a closed-sac system, whereas in females it is an open-sac system with the fallopian tubes and ovaries connecting to the peritoneal cavity.

  7. 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 …

  8. 22.3: The Peritoneum - Medicine LibreTexts

    The peritoneum, the serous membrane that forms the lining of the abdominal cavity, covers most of the intra-abdominal organs. The peritoneum supports the abdominal organs and serves as …

  9. Peritoneum - e-Anatomy - IMAIOS

    The peritoneum is the largest serous membrane in the body, and consists, in the male, of a closed sac, a part of which is applied against the abdominal parietes, while the remainder is reflected …

  10. Peritoneum - Anatomy, Structure, Functions, Clinical Significance

    The peritoneum is a thin, serous membrane that lines the abdominal cavity and covers most of the abdominal organs. It provides support, facilitates movement of organs, and plays an important …