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peritoneal dialysis work on the same principle except abdomen has a peritoneal cavity, lined by a thin epithelium called as peritoneum. peritoneal cavity is filled with dialysis fluid that enters the body through a catheter. excess water and waste pass through the peritoneum into the dialysis fluid. this process is repeated several times in a day.
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Important peritoneal folds do not include the?
Important peritoneal folds include the greater omentum, lesser omentum, mesentery, and mesocolon. The peritoneal lining itself is not considered an important peritoneal fold.
What is the simple squamous epithelium that lines the peritoneal cavity called?
The simple squamous epithelium that lines the peritoneal cavity is called mesothelium. It is a single layer of flat cells that help protect and cushion the organs within the peritoneal cavity.
Should it be diffuse peritoneal and omental studding or diffused peritoneal and omental studding?
diffuse
When comparing hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis it can be said that?
When comparing hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis, it can be said that
Why are you nauseous with peritoneal dialysis?
"Handbook of Peritoneal Dialysis".....available on Amazon.com is a good reference
Why can sperm enter the peritoneal cavity?
Because the female reproductive tract is continuous with the peritoneal cavity through the fallopian tubes, it is possible for sperm to enter the peritoneal cavity.
Do females have a peritoneal cavity?
Yes, females have a peritoneal cavity. The peritoneal cavity is a space in the abdominal cavity that contains the abdominal organs such as the stomach, liver, and intestines. Both males and females have this cavity in their abdominal area.
Do the kidneys lie within the peritoneal cavity?
Kidneys are retroperitoneal. There are in the abdominal cavity, but not in the peritoneal cavity.
What are the difference between peritoneal dialysis and hemodialysis?
hemodialysis takes longer than peritoneal dialysis
What is the medical term meaning filtering and removal of body waste from the blood through the lining of the peritoneal cavity?
Peritoneal dialysis (PD)Peritoneal Dialysis, in case of impairment in kidney function
What is another name for the peritoneal cavity?
I don't think there is another name for the peritoneal cavity. the peritoneal cavity is specifically for the potential space between the parietal and visceral portions of the peritoneum. hope this helps ^_^
What does peritoneal mean?
The term 'peritoneal' means of or relating to or affecting the peritoneumPertaining to the membrane that lines the walls of the abdomen and the pelvis.
