noun
- the smooth transparent membrane that lines the cavity of the abdomen and covers most of the abdominal organs
Usage: medical
Examples
- The surgeon carefully examined the peritoneum for signs of infection.
- Peritonitis is an inflammation of the peritoneum that can be life-threatening.
- The peritoneum helps protect the abdominal organs from friction.
- During the operation, fluid was found in the peritoneum.
- The peritoneum consists of two layers: the parietal and visceral peritoneum.
- Cancer cells had spread to the peritoneum in advanced cases.