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Laparotomy

usgb/ˌlæpəˈrɑːtəmi/Volume
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Technical Term

Used in medical contexts, not in everyday conversations.

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The surgeon explained that a laparotomy would be necessary to diagnose the issue.
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Major Surgery

Implies a serious operation, not a minor or non-invasive procedure.

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After the car accident, he required an emergency laparotomy.
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Exploratory Context

Often precedes with 'exploratory' when the doctor is searching for a diagnosis.

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An exploratory laparotomy was performed to find the cause of her pain.
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