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Published in: Abdominal Radiology 3/2015

01-03-2015

Primary and secondary disease of the peritoneum and mesentery: review of anatomy and imaging features

Authors: Ashish P. Wasnik, Katherine E. Maturen, Ravi K. Kaza, Mahmoud M. Al-Hawary, Isaac R. Francis

Published in: Abdominal Radiology | Issue 3/2015

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Abstract

The largest and most complex serosal membrane in the body, the peritoneum, lines the abdominal cavity, and the abdominopelvic viscera. It is frequently involved in a variety of benign and malignant processes. While secondary involvement of the peritoneum is more common, primary tumors can be a diagnostic challenge. Knowledge of the anatomy is crucial in understanding the various pathologic processes. Cross-sectional imaging plays an important role in diagnosing and evaluating the extent of the disease processes. This article reviews the imaging anatomy of the peritoneum and mesentery and the common pathologies involving it.
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Metadata
Title
Primary and secondary disease of the peritoneum and mesentery: review of anatomy and imaging features
Authors
Ashish P. Wasnik
Katherine E. Maturen
Ravi K. Kaza
Mahmoud M. Al-Hawary
Isaac R. Francis
Publication date
01-03-2015
Publisher
Springer US
Published in
Abdominal Radiology / Issue 3/2015
Print ISSN: 2366-004X
Electronic ISSN: 2366-0058
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/s00261-014-0232-8

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