Laparotomy
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Laparotomy is a noun meaning (surgery) The surgical procedure for making an incision in the abdominal wall to gain access into the abdominal cavity. Performed either as exploratory surgery, or as the first step in an abdominal operation.
Meaning
(surgery) The surgical procedure for making an incision in the abdominal wall to gain access into the abdominal cavity. Performed either as exploratory surgery, or as the first step in an abdominal operation.
Example Sentences
Itʼs known as a laparotomy, which involves cutting open your whole abdomen.
Word Forms
- laparotomies
Synonyms for laparotomy
Depending on context, synonyms include coeliotomy.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include laparatomy, laparostomy, laparoscopy, laparotome, laparotomist, laparoscope.
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