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Peritoneum Flashcards

1
Q

What is the peritoneum

A

Serous (liquid producing) membrane

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2
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Peritoneum epithelium?

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Mesothelium, Simple squamous

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3
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Peritoneum function

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Holds organs in place but allows to move a bit lubricating

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4
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Types of peritoneum

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Parietal and visceral

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5
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When doubles up at organ

A

Mesentery

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6
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Part related to stomach?

A

Greater omentum, fatty apron, part of visceral peritoneum and prevents infecting by preventing leakage if something bursts

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7
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Air present in abdomen?

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Means something has burst

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