Serous Membrane (Noun)
Meaning
A thin membrane lining the closed cavities of the body; has two layers with a space between that is filled with serous fluid.
Classification
Nouns denoting body parts.
Examples
- The serous membrane that lines the pleural cavity is damaged, causing fluid to leak into the space between the lungs and chest wall.
- The pericardial sac is a type of serous membrane that surrounds the heart and helps to reduce friction between the heart and surrounding tissues.
- The parietal and visceral layers of the serous membrane work together to produce and circulate serous fluid, which helps to lubricate the organs.
- Inflammation of the serous membrane, also known as serositis, can cause severe pain and discomfort in the affected area.
- The serous membrane that lines the abdominal cavity is called the peritoneum, and it helps to protect the abdominal organs from friction and injury.