The Ear: What Our Hearing Can do

The philosopher Immanuel Kant is reputed to have said, “Not being able to see separates from things. Not being able to hear separates from man.” He valued hearing as a social sense, perhaps more important than sight. Our modern world is very much dominated by visual stimuli. Therefore, the importance of hearing and also the … The Ear: What Our Hearing Can do

Abdominal area

Definition The abdominal cavity, also called the abdominal cavity, begins below the diaphragm and extends to the level of the iliac crest. There, the abdominal cavity merges into the smaller pelvic cavity, which extends to the pelvic floor. The entire abdominal and pelvic cavity is lined by the peritoneum. From the outside, the abdominal cavity … Abdominal area

Adhesions in the abdomen | Abdominal area

Adhesions in the abdomen Adhesions in the abdominal cavity, also called adhesions, often occur between the peritoneum and the serosa, a skin covering the abdominal viscera. Adhesions are often caused by operations, after which the tissue heals and partly scars. Minimally invasive procedures, such as laparoscopy, result in fewer adhesions. But inflammation in the abdominal … Adhesions in the abdomen | Abdominal area