Definition of "abdomen" []

• The part of the body that lies between the thorax and the pelvis and encloses the stomach, intestines, liver, spleen, and pancreas. Also called belly. (noun)
• The corresponding region in vertebrates other than mammals. (noun)
• The posterior segment of the body in arthropods. (noun)

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• "Although the abdomen is closed after the gastroschisis repair, it takes time for the intestines to recover from gastroschisis."
• "For example, if you have pain in your upper right abdomen, is the pain coming from there, or from the sensory part of your brain?"
• "‘The abdomen is the worst place for fat to accumulate,’ says Professor Bell."