1.0Glossaryhttps://www.healthbenefitstimes.com/glossaryGlossaryhttps://www.healthbenefitstimes.com/glossary/author/adminglossary/rich600338<blockquote class="wp-embedded-content" data-secret="K6cLUfpTPj"><a href="https://www.healthbenefitstimes.com/glossary/abdomen/">Abdomen</a></blockquote><iframe sandbox="allow-scripts" security="restricted" src="https://www.healthbenefitstimes.com/glossary/abdomen/embed/#?secret=K6cLUfpTPj" width="600" height="338" title="“Abdomen” — Glossary" data-secret="K6cLUfpTPj" frameborder="0" marginwidth="0" marginheight="0" scrolling="no" class="wp-embedded-content"></iframe><script> /*! This file is auto-generated */ !function(d,l){"use strict";l.querySelector&&d.addEventListener&&"undefined"!=typeof URL&&(d.wp=d.wp||{},d.wp.receiveEmbedMessage||(d.wp.receiveEmbedMessage=function(e){var t=e.data;if((t||t.secret||t.message||t.value)&&!/[^a-zA-Z0-9]/.test(t.secret)){for(var s,r,n,a=l.querySelectorAll('iframe[data-secret="'+t.secret+'"]'),o=l.querySelectorAll('blockquote[data-secret="'+t.secret+'"]'),c=new RegExp("^https?:$","i"),i=0;i<o.length;i++)o[i].style.display="none";for(i=0;i<a.length;i++)s=a[i],e.source===s.contentWindow&&(s.removeAttribute("style"),"height"===t.message?(1e3<(r=parseInt(t.value,10))?r=1e3:~~r<200&&(r=200),s.height=r):"link"===t.message&&(r=new URL(s.getAttribute("src")),n=new URL(t.value),c.test(n.protocol))&&n.host===r.host&&l.activeElement===s&&(d.top.location.href=t.value))}},d.addEventListener("message",d.wp.receiveEmbedMessage,!1),l.addEventListener("DOMContentLoaded",function(){for(var e,t,s=l.querySelectorAll("iframe.wp-embedded-content"),r=0;r<s.length;r++)(t=(e=s[r]).getAttribute("data-secret"))||(t=Math.random().toString(36).substring(2,12),e.src+="#?secret="+t,e.setAttribute("data-secret",t)),e.contentWindow.postMessage({message:"ready",secret:t},"*")},!1)))}(window,document); //# sourceURL=https://www.healthbenefitstimes.com/glossary/wp-includes/js/wp-embed.min.js </script> That portion of the body that lies between the thorax and the pelvis.The area of the body between the diaphragm and the pelvis.A space inside the body below the diaphragm, above the pelvis and in front of the spine, containing the stomach, intestines, liver and other vital organs.The part of the body between the chest and the pelvis; the belly, including the abdominal wall, stomach, liver, intestines, and other organs called the viscera.The region of the body that lies between the chest (thorax) and the pelvis. The abdomen encloses a cavity that houses organs of the digestive system and urinary tract, and within the bony structure of the female pelvis are the organs of the reproductive system.The lower part of the trunk. Above, and separated from it by the diaphragm, lies the thorax or chest, and below lies the pelvis, generally described as a separate cavity though continuous with that of the abdomen. Behind are the spinal column and lower ribs, which come within a few inches of the iliac bones. At the sides the contained organs are protected by the iliac bones and down-sloping ribs, but in front the whole extent is protected only by soft tissues. The latter consist of the skin, a varying amount of fat, three layers of broad, flat muscle, another layer of fat, and finally the smooth, thin peritoneum which lines the whole cavity. These soft tissues allow the necessary distension when food is taken into the stomach, and the various important movements of the organs associated with digestion. The shape of the abdomen varies; in children it may protrude considerably, though if this is too marked it may indicate disease. In healthy young adults it should be either slightly prominent or slightly indrawn, and should show the outline of the muscular layer, especially of the pair of muscles running vertically (recti), which are divided into four or five sections by transverse lines. In older people fat is usually deposited on and inside the abdomen. In pregnancy the abdomen enlarges from the 12th week after conception, as the fetus in the uterus grows.The portion of the trunk lying between the thorax and the pelvis. It contains the stomach, lower part of the esophagus, small and large intestines, liver, gallbladder, and spleen. The parietal peritoneum lines the abdominal cavity. The organs within this cavity are enveloped by the visceral peritoneum. The kidneys, adrenal glands, ureters, prostate, seminal vesicles, and greater vascular structures are located behind the peritoneum (retroperitoneal or extraperitoneal).The area of the body situated between the chest and the pelvis is known as the abdominal region. Enclosed within this region is the abdominal cavity, which is encompassed by the ribs and diaphragm above, and the pelvis below. The back, side, and front walls of the abdominal cavity are formed by the spine and abdominal muscles. This vital space houses several organs, including the liver, stomach, intestines, spleen, pancreas, and kidneys. In the lower portion of the abdomen, which is enclosed by the pelvis, one can find the bladder, rectum, and in females, the uterus and ovaries.The musculature of the abdominal walls finds attachment points in the spine, pelvis, and ribs. These walls consist of layers of muscles, with a layer of adipose tissue situated between the muscles and the skin. A delicate membrane known as the peritoneum covers the inner surface of the abdominal muscles, providing protection. It also envelops organs such as the pancreas and kidneys, which are fixed to the back wall. In addition, the peritoneum forms folds that enclose and safeguard mobile organs like the stomach and intestines.The area of the torso situated between the lower part of the breastbone and the pelvis. It houses vital organs such as the liver, gallbladder, spleen, kidneys, stomach, and the digestive tract. This area is also known as the abdominal cavity or simply the belly.