Anatomy
·Abdomen
Peritoneum & Peritoneal Cavity
⭐ PREMIUM
The peritoneum is a serous membrane (parietal + visceral) enclosing a potential cavity. Intra- vs retroperitoneal status and the recesses are key.
ORGANISATION
• Parietal peritoneum: lines the wall; somatic innervation → pain well localised, sensitive to touch/temperature.
• Visceral peritoneum: covers organs; autonomic (visceral) innervation → poorly localised, sensitive to stretch.
• Mesenter…
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