extraperitoneal space

spatium extraperitoneale

The extraperitoneal space is the portion of the abdomen and pelvis which does not lie within peritoneum. It includes: Retroperitoneal space Retropubic space The space in the pelvis is divided into the following components: prevesical space perivesical space perirectal space.

Type Organ
Parent Structure anatomical space
Latin Name spatium extraperitoneale
FMA ID 14730

Sub-structures

perirectal space Organ perivesical space Bone prevesical space Organ

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the extraperitoneal space?
The extraperitoneal space is the portion of the abdomen and pelvis which does not lie within peritoneum. It includes: Retroperitoneal space Retropubic space The space in the pelvis is divided into the following components: prevesical space perivesical space perirectal space.
What is the Latin name for the extraperitoneal space?
The Latin name for the extraperitoneal space is spatium extraperitoneale.

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Data sources: Terminologia Anatomica, Foundational Model of Anatomy, Wikidata.