Omental cake
Omental Cake
Omental Cake (pronunciation: oh-men-tal keik) is a medical term referring to the thickening of the Omentum, a large apron-like fold of visceral peritoneum that hangs down from the stomach. This condition is often associated with various types of cancer, particularly ovarian cancer and peritoneal carcinomatosis.
Etymology
The term "Omental Cake" is derived from the words "Omentum", which is Latin for apron, and "Cake", which in this context refers to the thickened, layered appearance of the omentum when affected by this condition.
Related Terms
- Omentum: A large apron-like fold of visceral peritoneum that hangs down from the stomach.
- Peritoneum: The serous membrane lining the cavity of the abdomen and covering the abdominal organs.
- Cancer: A group of diseases characterized by the uncontrolled growth and spread of abnormal cells.
- Ovarian Cancer: A type of cancer that begins in the ovaries.
- Peritoneal Carcinomatosis: A condition where cancer has spread to the surface of the peritoneal organs.
See Also
- Peritoneal Mesothelioma: A cancer that affects the lining of the abdomen, or peritoneum.
- Ascites: The accumulation of fluid in the peritoneal cavity, causing abdominal swelling.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Omental cake
- Wikipedia's article - Omental cake
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