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Cavity, Peritoneal

Cavity, Peritoneal Definition & Meaning
Cavity, Peritoneal Definition And Meaning

What's The Definition Of Medical Term Cavity, Peritoneal?

The space enclosed by the peritoneum. It is divided into two portions, the greater sac and the lesser sac or omental bursa, which lies behind the stomach. The two sacs are connected by the foramen of Winslow, or epiploic foramen.

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