A metastatic peritoneal implant is a tumor that has branched off from an original tumor in the body. Think of it as a tree that deposits its seeds on the ground like the oak tree drops acorns. A medical professional can be more specific as to the type of tumor.
Cancer basically.....
Metastatic and non metastatic.
The peritoneal membrane lines the peritoneal cavity.
All humans have a peritoneal cavity.
metastatic breast cancer
yes, metastatic brain tumors can be deadly if not treated properly.
by DonJuanDaDj, metastatic foci is an orgin of the cancer cells that has moved to a new site
Radiation also is used in the treatment of patients with metastatic disease. It is particularly useful in shrinking metastatic colon cancer to the brain.
diffuse
"Handbook of Peritoneal Dialysis".....available on Amazon.com is a good reference
When comparing hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis, it can be said that
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.
Kidneys are retroperitoneal. There are in the abdominal cavity, but not in the peritoneal cavity.