Laparotomy

Laparotomy
Other namesCeliotomy
SpecialtyGeneral surgery, trauma surgery
Laparotomy scar (the incision circled the umbilicus to the left so as to avoid damaging the round ligament of liver).

A laparotomy is a surgical procedure involving a surgical incision through the abdominal wall to gain access into the abdominal cavity. It is also known as a celiotomy.

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