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Peritoneal Stomata

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Definition: Natural openings in the subdiaphragmatic lymphatic plexus in the PERITONEUM, delimited by adjacent mesothelial cells. Peritoneal stomata constitute the principal pathways for the drainage of intraperitoneal contents from the PERITONEAL CAVITY to the LYMPHATIC SYSTEM.  do not confuse with SURGICAL STOMATA   
See Also Surgical Stomas 		Other names Stomatas, Diaphragmatic; Stomata, Lymphatic; Stomata, Diaphragmatic; Stomas, Peritoneal; Stomas, Lymphatic; Stomas, Diaphragmatic; Stoma, Lymphatic; Stoma, Diaphragmatic; Stoma, Peritoneal; Peritoneal Stoma; Lymphatic Stoma; Diaphragmatic Stomatas; Diaphragmatic Stoma; Peritoneal Stomas; Lymphatic Stomas; Diaphragmatic Stomas; Stomata, Peritoneal; Lymphatic Stomata; Diaphragmatic Stomata

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