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An abdominal mass is a localized swelling or enlargement in one area of the abdomen.
Review Date:
7/17/2007
Abdominal magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is a noninvasive test that uses powerful magnets and radio waves to create pictures of the inside of the belly area. It does not use radiation (x-rays).
Review Date:
1/24/2007
Abdominal pain is pain that you feel anywhere between your chest and groin. This is often referred to as the stomach region or belly.
Review Date:
1/9/2007
There are clues to diagnosing the cause and severity of abdominal pain. See abdominal pain for a detailed discussion of the potential causes and what to do for your symptoms.
Review Date:
1/9/2007
Abdominal rigidity is stiffness of the muscles in the belly area, which can be felt when touched or pressed.
Review Date:
10/26/2006
Abdominal sounds are the noises made by the intestines.
Review Date:
10/31/2007
An abdominal tap is a procedure in which a needle is inserted through the skin to remove fluid from the abdomen. Normally, the abdomen contains only a small amount of fluid. In certain conditions, large amounts of fluid can accumulate in the abdomen.
Review Date:
10/18/2006
Abdominal ultrasound is an imaging procedure used to examine the internal organs of the abdomen including the liver, gallbladder, spleen, pancreas, and kidneys. The blood vessels to some of these organs can also be evaluated with the use of ultrasound techniques.The ultrasound machine sends out high-frequency sound waves that reflect off body structures to create a picture. Unlike with x-rays, there is no ionizing radiation exposure with this test.
Review Date:
10/23/2006
Abdominal wall fat pad biopsy procedure involves removing a small portion of the abdominal wall fat pad. The procedure is done most often to test for amyloidosis.
Review Date:
1/22/2007
Abdominal wall surgery is voluntary (elective) surgery that improves the appearance of flabby, stretched-out abdominal muscles and skin. Such surgery is often called a "tummy tuck." It is a different procedure than liposuction.
Review Date:
7/25/2007