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What is the definition or description of: peritoneum?
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Lines inner abdomen: This is the tough, shiny "serosal" membrane that covers the inside of the abdominal wall, most of the intestines, stomach, liver, bottom of the diaphragm, and top of the pelvic basin.
Answered 1/18/2018
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