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abdominocentesis

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  • noun surgery Extraction of peritoneal fluid from the abdomen for evaluation, using a trocar

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  • noun centesis of the belly to remove fluid for diagnosis

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  • An abdominocentesis (belly tap) has been a helpful tool to diagnose the presence of abdominal infection (peritonitis) or ruptured bowel.

    TheHorse.com News 2010

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