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abdominal cavity |
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abdominal cavityLargest hollow space of the body, between the diaphragm and the top of the pelvic cavity and surrounded by the spine and the abdominal muscles and others. It contains most of the alimentary canal, the liver and pancreas, the spleen, the kidneys, and the adrenal glands. It is lined by the peritoneum, a membrane covering the cavity's inside wall (parietal peritoneum) and each organ or structure in it (visceral peritoneum). Disorders include ascites (fluid in the peritoneal cavity) and peritonitis. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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| The intra-operative risk of gut ischemia and the resulting post-operative symptoms and lack of normal bowl function are even more common following non-cardiac surgery of the abdominopelvic cavity, and in critically ill patients in the intensive care unit. |
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