exploratory laparotomy

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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.

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.

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