The term "retroperitoneal" may be used to describe the location of certain abdominal organs.This means that such organs are located
A)between the visceral and parietal layers of the peritoneum.
B)posterior to the parietal peritoneum.
C)in the peritoneal cavity.
D)between folds of the parietal peritoneum.
E)deep to the visceral peritoneum.

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When an organ is described as "retroperitoneal," it means that it is located posterior to the parietal peritoneum. This means that the organ is not within the peritoneal cavity itself, but rather outside of it, and is covered by the parietal peritoneum on its anterior surface. Examples of retroperitoneal organs include the kidneys, adrenal glands, pancreas, and parts of the digestive tract such as the duodenum and ascending colon.

The Term "Retroperitoneal" May Be Used to Describe the Location