Laparotomy
Pronunciation: /ˈɫɑˈpɑˈɹoʊtoʊˈmaɪ/
Laparotomy (noun)
- A surgical operation where a doctor makes a cut in the abdomen to reach organs inside.
Examples
- The doctor made a laparotomy to reach the abdomen.
- A laparotomy can help surgeons see problems inside the belly.