Abdominocentesis
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /æbˌdɑm.ɪ.noʊ.sɜnˈti.səs/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Abdominocentesis is a noun meaning (surgery) Extraction of peritoneal fluid from the abdomen for evaluation, using a trocar.
Meaning
(surgery) Extraction of peritoneal fluid from the abdomen for evaluation, using a trocar.
Word Forms
- abdominocenteses
Synonyms for abdominocentesis
Depending on context, synonyms include paracentesis.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include paracentesis, peritoneocentesis, pericardiocentesis, celiocentesis, enterocentesis, cordocentesis.
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