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Definition of Cavity, abdominal

Cavity, abdominal: The cavity within the abdomen, the space between the abdominal wall and the spine.

The abdominal cavity is hardly an empty space. It contains a number of crucial organs including the lower part of the esophagus, the stomach, small intestine, colon, rectum, liver, gallbladder, pancreas, spleen, kidneys, and bladder.

Source: MedTerms™ Medical Dictionary
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Last Editorial Review: 4/27/2011 5:27:15 PM

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