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Retroperitoneal

Definition: Situated or occurring behind the peritoneum.

Part of Speech:

- Adjective

Senses:

1. Anatomy:

- Referring to organs or structures located in the retroperitoneum.

Example sentence: The kidneys are classified as retroperitoneal organs as they lie behind the peritoneum.

2. Medicine:

- Relating to diseases, conditions, or surgeries that involve the retroperitoneum.

Example sentence: The patient underwent a retroperitoneal surgery to remove a tumor.

Usages:

1. Popular:

- In everyday language, retroperitoneal is commonly used to describe anything located or happening behind the peritoneum, especially in medical contexts.

Example sentence: The doctor explained that the patient had a retroperitoneal hematoma, which required immediate treatment.

2. Local:

- In local contexts, retroperitoneal may refer to specific landmarks, structures, or institutions situated behind the peritoneum.

Example sentence: The local medical college conducts research on retroperitoneal diseases.

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