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Abdominal
Abdominal (pronounced: /æbˈdɒmɪnəl/) refers to the region of the body that encompasses the area between the chest (thorax) and pelvis. The term is derived from the Latin word 'abdomen', which means 'belly'.
Anatomy
The abdomen is divided into several regions, including the upper abdomen, lower abdomen, right abdomen, and left abdomen. It houses various organs such as the stomach, liver, gallbladder, pancreas, spleen, kidneys, and intestines.
Related Terms
- Abdominal pain: Discomfort or pain that occurs in the abdominal area.
- Abdominal surgery: A surgical procedure performed on the abdominal region.
- Abdominal cavity: The space within the abdomen that houses the abdominal organs.
- Abdominal muscles: A group of muscles that support the trunk, allow movement and hold organs in place by regulating internal abdominal pressure.
See Also
References
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Abdominal
- Wikipedia's article - Abdominal
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