What is peritonitis? Explain.
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What is peritonitis? Explain.
Causes:
Most inflammation-based conditions are caused by an issue with the immune system. Peritonitis is no different as it is caused by an infection that has come from something like bacteria.
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Regions of the Peritoneum: Medical Vocabulary
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Chapter 3 / Lesson 9Learn the peritoneum definition. Read about the structure and components of the peritoneum, including the visceral peritoneum and parietal peritoneum.
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