retroperitoneal
Prononciation : [ˌrɛtroʊpɛrɪtəˈniːəl]
Mot
Contexte : « anatomy »
(adjective) Retroperitoneal describes something that is located behind the peritoneum, which is the lining of the abdominal cavity. It’s like saying certain organs are parked in a special area behind some other stuff in your tummy.
Exemple
The kidneys are retroperitoneal organs, meaning they are situated behind the lining of the abdomen.
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The stomach is not retroperitoneal; it lies within the peritoneal cavity.
Exemple
Can you name any retroperitoneal organs in the human body?
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