The peritoneum is a large serous membrane with both epithelial and mesenchymal features, and is essential for maintaining an intra-abdominal homeostatic equilibrium. The peritoneum plays a central role in the pathogenesis of a number of disorders. Pathological processes affecting the peritoneum such as inflammation and carcinomatosis can have serious clinical consequences, but the pathophysiology of these conditions is poorly understood. Understanding peritoneal embryology, anatomy and physiology is crucial to comprehend pathophysiological mechanisms and to devise a new focus for research. The vascular response to pathological processes appears to be of considerable importance, since the peritoneal vasculature plays a pivotal role in most associated diseases. Therefore, this review summarizes currently available literature with special emphasis on the development, anatomy and function of the peritoneal vasculature. Pathological processes are described to illustrate physiological and pathophysiological characteristics of the peritoneum.
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