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Peritoneal

Definition: Relating to the peritoneum, the serous membrane that lines the abdominal cavity and covers most of the abdominal organs.

Part of Speech: Adjective

Senses:

1. Medical Sense:

Definition: Pertaining to the peritoneum as it relates to medical conditions or procedures.

Example sentence: The surgeon performed a peritoneal lavage to diagnose the source of the abdominal pain.

2. Anatomical Sense:

Definition: Relating to the peritoneum in terms of its anatomical location or structure.

Example sentence: The peritoneal cavity contains several organs, such as the liver, intestines, and stomach.

3. There is no specific local popular meaning for "peritoneal".

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