| abdominal aortic aneurysm |
A distended and weakened area in the wall of the abdominal aorta, more common in those who suffer from atherosclerosis.
Ãâó: www.ahrq.gov/data/hcup/factbk2/glossary.htm
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| abdominoscopy |
a type of surgery using a laparoscope, which is inserted into one or more small incisions, to examine the abdominal cavity. (See also endoscopy, laparoscopy, or minimally invasive surgery.)
Ãâó: www.lpch.org/DiseaseHealthInfo/HealthLibrary/surge...
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| abdominal |
Of or pertaining to the abdomen; the area between the chest and hips on the front side of the body
Ãâó: www.mctsurgeons.com/glossary.htm
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| abdominal aortic aneurysm |
This occurs when there is weak area in the aorta, the main blood vessel that carries blood from the heart to the rest of the body. As blood flows through the aorta, the weak area bulges like a balloon and can burst if the balloon gets too big.
Ãâó: www.vdf.org/AAA/glossary.php
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| abdominal adhesion |
Adhesion in the abdominal cavity, usually involving the intestines; caused by inflammation or trauma. If adhesions cause great pain or intestinal obstruction, they are treated surgically.
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