Extraperitoneal space

The extraperitoneal space is the portion of the abdomen and pelvis which does not lie within the peritoneum. It includes: * Retroperitoneal space, situated posteriorly to the peritoneum * Preperitoneal space, situated anteriorly to the peritoneum * Retropubic space, deep to the pubic bone * Retro-inguinal space, deep to the inguinal ligament The space in the pelvis is divided into the following components: * prevesical space * *

Extraperitoneal space

The extraperitoneal space is the portion of the abdomen and pelvis which does not lie within the peritoneum. It includes: * Retroperitoneal space, situated posteriorly to the peritoneum * Preperitoneal space, situated anteriorly to the peritoneum * Retropubic space, deep to the pubic bone * Retro-inguinal space, deep to the inguinal ligament The space in the pelvis is divided into the following components: * prevesical space * *