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Peritoneal cavity
Peritonitis Define : Inflammation of the membrane lining the abdominal cavity and internal organs. Cause : infection (caused by bacteria or fungi), or non- infectious, due to chemical irritants such as pancreatic enzymes, stomach acid or bile,... Popular causes : intra - abdominal inflammation, perforated viscus, trauma, intestinal ischemia and intestinal obstruction. Usually presents acutely, as a local or systemic process. Classify : According to the origin of the invading bacteria and the nature of the infection, have 3 types: primary(spontaneous), secondary (anatomy), and level 3.