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Peritoneal relations

Peritoneal cavity as seen in a parasagittal section.

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Peritoneal relations

Peritoneal relations

Peritoneal cavity as seen in a parasagittal section.

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Peritoneal relations

Peritoneal relations

Peritoneal cavity as seen in a parasagittal section.

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