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Answered 2015-02-03 11:39:07
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.
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Do any sperm enter the pelvic cavity?
Yes. The sperm can enter through the Peritoneal Cavity.
Is the peritoneal cavity a serous cavity?
Yes, the peritoneal cavity is a serous cavity.
Does sperm enter the pelvic cavity?
Yes some do, because the uterine tubes open into the downward continuation of the peritoneal cavity called the 'Pouch of Douglas', which extends between the uterus and the rectum into the pelvis.
Do females have a peritoneal cavity?
All humans have a peritoneal cavity.
How can an organ be in the abdominopelvic cavity but not in the peritoneal cavity?
An organ can be in the abdominopelvic cavity but not the peritoneal cavity if the organ sits below the diaphragm but outside the peritoneal membranes. The kidneys, which are behind the peritoneal membrane (retroperitoneal) are such organs.
What is the simple squamous epithelium that lines the peritoneal cavity called?
The peritoneal membrane lines the peritoneal cavity.
Do kidneys lie within the peritoneal cavity?
Kidneys are retroperitoneal. There are in the abdominal cavity, but not in the peritoneal cavity.
is the peritoneal cavity same as the abdominopelvic?
All organs of the peritoneal cavity are also in the abdominopelvic cavity, but some abdominopelvic organs are not in the peritoneal cavity. For instance, the kidneys are behind the peritoneum (retroperitoneal).
What cavity is the guts in?
Peritoneal cavity
What epithelial tissue secretes serous fluid into the peritoneal cavity?
The peritoneal membrane secretes serous fluid into the peritoneal cavity.
What is the peritoneal cavity?
The peritoneal cavity houses the stomach,large and small intestines liver and kidneys.
Why peritoneal dialysis solution is not a parenteral product?
Because it's meant for dwelling within the abdomen cavity (aka peritoneal cavity), it doesn't enter the circulatory system. Parenteral solutions are for intravenous (into the vein) administration.
What is the Medical term meaning blood in the peritoneal cavity?
the correct term for Blood in the peritoneal cavity is atmoperitoneum
What is the benefit of serous fluid in the peritoneal cavity?
Serous fluid in the peritoneal cavity provides lubrication for the organs.
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 ^_^
Why do STDs have the potential to spread to the peritoneal cavity in females but not males?
The female reproductive system is open to the peritoneal cavity via the fallopian tubes. The male reproductive system is not open to the peritoneal cavity.
What is the body cavity that contains the intestines is the?
peritoneal cavity
Pancreas is found in what cavity?
abdominal or peritoneal cavity
How can gonorrhea get into the peritoneal cavity?
Gonorrhea can rise through the vagina->cervix->uterus->fallopian tube->peritoneal cavity.
What tissue type forms the wall of the peritoneal cavity?
Serous membrane (mesothelium) forms the wall of the peritoneal cavity.
What should one do if they get a peritoneal cavity?
The peritoneal cavity is a normal part of human anatomy. It is not a condition that requires treatment.
What surrounds the digestive organs in the abdominal cavity?
peritoneal cavity
In what body cavity is the stomach found in?
abdomen Peritoneal Cavity
Do sperm enter the pelvic cavity?
Yes, that is where the woman's reproductive organs are.
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