Abdominal exploration

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The abdomen contains many vital organs: the stomach, the small intestine (jejunum and ileum), the large intestine (colon), the liver, the spleen, the gallbladder, the pancreas, the uterus, ...

Abdominal exploration
Alternate Names : Laparotomy, Exploratory laparotomy
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Abdominal Exploration
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Abdominal exploration
Abdominal exploration is surgery to examine the contents of the abdomen. ... An abdominal exploration (laparotomy) is done while you are under general ...
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An abdominal exploration, or laparotomy, is a surgical procedure that allows a surgeon to look inside the abdominal cavity.
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In some patients, the technique may be used for abdominal exploration in place of a laparotomy.

(horizontal) across the lower part of the abdomen, depending on the suspected condition or area of trauma. However, in the individual with unclear pathology or diffuse symptoms, a median midline incision is used for complete abdominal exploration.

See also: Surgery, Abdomen, Cancer, Pregnancy, Abscess