laparotomy
incision through the abdominal wall.
incision into the loin, especially for access to the abdominal cavity.
Origin of laparotomy
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How to use laparotomy in a sentence
Both were operations for the delivery of women by laparotomy, and in each case the centre of respiration was overwhelmed.
The Ethics of Medical Homicide and Mutilation | Austin O'MalleyDelivery through the flank (Cæsarean section, or laparotomy).
Special Report on Diseases of Cattle | U.S. Department of AgricultureShe only decided in 1893 to undergo a surgical operation—laparotomy.
Mrs. Piper & the Society for Psychical Research | Michael SageAfter that time, if the patient is not relieved, the sooner laparotomy is resorted to the better the chance to save life.
Under satisfactory conditions a laparotomy would be here indicated.
Surgical Experiences in South Africa, 1899-1900 | George Henry Makins
British Dictionary definitions for laparotomy
/ (ˌlæpəˈrɒtəmɪ) /
surgical incision through the abdominal wall, esp to investigate the cause of an abdominal disorder
surgical incision into the loin
Origin of laparotomy
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