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abdominal girth
1. The circumference of the abdomen, usually measured at the umbilicus (belly button).
2. The measurement of the distance around the abdomen at a specific point, usually at the level of the belly button (navel).
2. The measurement of the distance around the abdomen at a specific point, usually at the level of the belly button (navel).
Measuring abdominal girth is used to diagnose and monitor:
- Obesity or the build up of fluid in the abdomen, often caused by liver failure or heart failure.
- Buildup of intestinal gas, usually caused by the blockage or an obstruction in the intestines.
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abdomin-, abdomino-, abdomen-
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