In the condition known as peritonitis:
A) there is an inflammation of the membranes and fluid-filled space surrounding abdominal organs.
B)perforations of the pleural membranes lead to accumulation of pus and interstitial fluids in the thoracic cavity.
C)the covering connective tissues surrounding the abdominal muscles develop a paralyzing type of infection and may become necrotic.
D)a procedure known as dialysis is done to cleanse the blood of bacterial toxins.
E)an infection of the GI tract is producing referred pain in the abdominal and pubic regions leading to cramping and diarrhea.

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Peritonitis is an inflammation of the peritoneum, which is the membrane lining the abdominal cavity and surrounding the abdominal organs. This inflammation can lead to abdominal pain, fever, and overall systemic toxicity.

In the Condition Known as Peritonitis