Intraperitoneal

Intraperitoneal is an adjective derived from the word "intraperitoneal".

Intraperitoneal means intraperitoneal, that is, located or occurring within the peritoneum (peritoneum), the serous membrane that lines the abdominal cavity and covers most of the abdominal organs.

Intraperitoneal interventions are medical procedures that are performed inside the abdominal cavity. These include some abdominal surgeries, as well as intraperitoneal drug administration (for example, chemotherapy).

The intraperitoneal route of drug administration is used for local exposure of drugs directly to the abdominal organs. The medicine is administered using a special catheter through the peritoneum into the abdominal cavity.

Thus, intraperitoneal means located or operating within the peritoneum lining the abdominal cavity. It is an important concept in anatomy, surgery and pharmacology.