- May 2, 2026The prevesical space (retropubic space of Retzius) is the extraperitoneal space between the pubic symphysis and bladder anteriorly, bounded posteriorly…
- May 2, 2026The pararectal fossae are peritoneal depressions on either side of the rectum formed by the pararectal folds of peritoneum, bounded…
- May 2, 2026The paravesical fossae are peritoneal depressions on each side of the urinary bladder, bounded medially by the lateral bladder wall…
- May 2, 2026The vesicouterine pouch is the peritoneal reflection between the posterior bladder and the anterior uterus in females, forming the most…
- May 2, 2026The infracolic compartment is the portion of the peritoneal cavity below the transverse mesocolon, containing the small bowel loops, the…
- May 2, 2026The mesenteric root space is the retroperitoneal region traversed by the root of the small bowel mesentery, running obliquely from…
- May 2, 2026The epiploic foramen (foramen of Winslow) is the communication between the lesser sac (omental bursa) and the greater peritoneal cavity,…
- May 2, 2026The rectovesical pouch is the deepest peritoneal reflection in males, lying between the posterior bladder and the anterior rectum. It…
- May 2, 2026The lesser sac (omental bursa) is the peritoneal space posterior to the stomach and lesser omentum, anterior to the pancreas…
- May 2, 2026The hepatorenal recess (Morison's pouch) is the most dependent posterior peritoneal space in the supine patient, located between the inferior…