The wall of the abdomen is known as the peritoneum. It also has two layers: the inner (visceral) layer that is adjacent to the abdominal organs and the outer (parietal) layer, which lines the abdominal wall.
When mesothelioma in the abdominal cavity, it is called peritoneal mesothelioma and causes thickening of the membranes around the abdominal organs and an accumulation of fluid in the abdominal cavity. The accumulation of fluid is called ascites and causes swelling of the abdomen.
Side view of the abdomen. The peritoneum is shown as the thick line surrounding the abdominal organs.
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