Abstract

Omentum cancer, also known as omental cancer, refers to cancer that originates in the omentum, a fold of the peritoneum (the membrane lining the abdominal cavity) that hangs down from the stomach and covers the intestines. The omentum contains fat and is rich in blood vessels, lymphatics, and immune cells. Omentum cancer can either be primary, meaning it starts in the omentum itself, or secondary (metastatic), meaning it spreads to the omentum from another primary cancer site, such as the ovaries, colon, stomach, or pancreas. Symptoms of omentum cancer may include abdominal pain, bloating, nausea, vomiting, weight loss, and changes in bowel habits. Treatment typically involves a combination of surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation therapy, depending on the type and stage of the cancer. Early detection and treatment can improve outcomes for individuals with omentum cancer