Midline incision
Midline Incision
A Midline Incision (pronunciation: /ˈmɪdˌlaɪn ɪnˈsɪʒən/) is a type of surgical incision that is made along the midline of the body.
Etymology
The term "Midline Incision" is derived from the Latin words 'medius' meaning middle and 'linea' meaning line, and the Latin word 'incisio' meaning cut into.
Description
A Midline Incision is typically used in abdominal surgeries as it provides wide access to most of the abdominal cavity. The incision is made vertically from the xiphoid process to the pubic symphysis, following the linea alba.
Related Terms
- Laparotomy: A surgical procedure involving a large incision through the abdominal wall to gain access into the abdominal cavity.
- Laparoscopy: A type of surgical procedure that uses a small incision and a laparoscope to examine the organs within the abdomen.
- Linea Alba: A fibrous structure that runs down the midline of the abdomen in humans and other vertebrates.
- Xiphoid process: The smallest of the three parts of the sternum, located at the lower end.
- Pubic symphysis: A midline cartilaginous joint uniting the superior rami of the left and right pubic bones.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Midline incision
- Wikipedia's article - Midline incision
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