Peritoneal mesothelioma is a type of cancer that affects the human peritoneum of the abdominal cavity. Therefore, this condition is also called as abdominal mesothelioma.
But before seeing more about peritoneal mesothelioma, let's first look at the classifications and functions of the Peritoneum membrane.
Peritoneum ranks in the visceral peritoneum and parietal peritoneum. The visceral peritoneum surrounding the abdominal organs and forms the periphery of the intestinal tract. Moreover, the parietal peritoneum covers the abdominal cavity. The purpose of these layers is to protect the internal organs and secrete a lubricating fluid that facilitates the movement of internal organs in the abdominal cavity.
But before seeing more about peritoneal mesothelioma, let's first look at the classifications and functions of the Peritoneum membrane.
Peritoneum ranks in the visceral peritoneum and parietal peritoneum. The visceral peritoneum surrounding the abdominal organs and forms the periphery of the intestinal tract. Moreover, the parietal peritoneum covers the abdominal cavity. The purpose of these layers is to protect the internal organs and secrete a lubricating fluid that facilitates the movement of internal organs in the abdominal cavity.
