what is a hollow space containing organs
The abdominal (peritoneal) cavity contains many vital organs which can be described as either hollow or solid. Hollow organ injuries â A hollow organ is an organ that contains a lumen, or a hollow space. Hollow organs are usually injured by a penetrating trauma. These injuries usually involve a perforation, or tear, of the organ. When a hollow organ is torn, the contents of that organ can leak into the abdominal cavity, increasing the risk of infection and potentially leading to sepsis. The following are considered hollow organs: esophagus, small intestine, colon (large intestine), stomach. Solid organ injuriesâ The solid organs consist of the remainder of the organs in the abdominal cavity. The following organs are considered solid organs: gall ...