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exploratory laparotomy |
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laparotomy incision through the flank or, more generally, through any part of the abdominal wall. exploratory laparotomy for the purpose of physically examining the contents of the peritoneal cavity. laparotomy grid see grid incision. exploratory laparotomy Surgery A 'look-see' operation usually of the peritoneal cavity, in which the surgeon examines all surfaces for lesions–eg, abscesses and tumor nodules; during EL, the operator may biopsy the tissue or
obtain peritoneal washings from which a specimen for cytology is processed Indications Surgical staging of regional malignancy–eg, ovarian CA Complications Adhesion formation, especially if Pts receive RT. See Laparoscopy. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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An exploratory laparotomy found splenosis, and after removal of the splenic implants, her thrombocytopenia resolved. After receiving a blood transfusion (2 units) and intravenous antimicrobial drug treatment (ampicillin 500 mg 4 times/day, chloramphenicol 1 g 2 times/day, and metronidazole 500 mg, 2 times/day), the patient was scheduled for an exploratory laparotomy. Subsequently, biopsy of the retroperitoneal mass was obtained though exploratory laparotomy. |
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