Definition that contains abdominal cavity
- liver large and complicated reddish-brown glandular organ located in the upper right portion of the abdominal cavity; secretes bile and functions in metabolism of protein and carbohydrate and fat; synthesizes substances involved in the clotting of the blood; synthesizes vitamin A; detoxifies poisonous substances and breaks down worn-out erythrocytes
- entrails internal organs collectively (especially those in the abdominal cavity)
- peritoneum a transparent membrane that lines the abdominal cavity in mammals and covers most of the viscera
- innards internal organs collectively (especially those in the abdominal cavity)
- laparoscopy laparotomy performed with a laparoscope that makes a small incision to examine the abdominal cavity (especially the ovaries and Fallopian tubes)
- viscera internal organs collectively (especially those in the abdominal cavity)
- mesentery a double layer of peritoneum that attaches to the back wall of the abdominal cavity and supports the small intestines
- transversus abdominis a flat muscle with transverse fibers that forms the anterior and lateral walls of the abdominal cavity
- musculus transversalis abdominis a flat muscle with transverse fibers that forms the anterior and lateral walls of the abdominal cavity
- abdominal pregnancy ectopic pregnancy in the abdominal cavity