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Abdominal bloating is a condition in which the abdomen (belly) feels full and tight.
Review Date: 3/8/2008

An abdominal CT scan is an imaging method that uses x-rays to create cross-sectional pictures of the belly area. CT stands for computed tomography.See also: CT scan
Review Date: 1/24/2007

An abdominal CT scan is an imaging method that uses x-rays to create cross-sectional pictures of the belly area. CT stands for computed tomography.See also: CT scan
Review Date: 2/23/2009

Abdominal distress is any pain or discomfort in the abdomen. The abdomen is the part of the body between the chest and groin, It is often referred to as the stomach region or belly.See also:Abdominal bloatingAbdominal painGas
Review Date: 7/17/2007

Abdominal exploration is surgery to examine the abdomen (belly area). Surgery that opens the abdomen is called a laparotomy. Laparotomy may also be done to treat certain health problems and conditions.
Review Date: 10/16/2006

Abdominal exploration is surgery to examine the contents of the abdomen. Surgery that opens the abdomen is called a laparotomy. Laparotomy may also be done to treat certain health problems and conditions.
Review Date: 10/20/2008

Abdominal films are x-ray images of the abdomen.
Review Date: 5/17/2007

Abdominal films are x-ray images of the abdomen.
Review Date: 2/22/2009

Abdominal girth is the measurement of the distance around the abdomen at a specific point, usually at the level of the belly button (navel). Abdominal girth can be an objective measurement of abdominal swelling or obesity.
Review Date: 10/31/2007

Abdominal girth is the measurement of the distance around the abdomen at a specific point, usually at the level of the belly button (navel). Abdominal girth can be an objective measurement of abdominal swelling or obesity.
Review Date: 10/31/2007

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