Abdominal Mass
Alternate Names : Mass in the Abdomen
Definition An abdominal mass is a localized swelling or enlargement in one area of the abdomen.
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Topics that might be of interest to you Diseases & Conditions
• Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm
• Abscess
• Acute Cholecystitis (Gallstones)
• Aneurysm
• Cancer
• Colon Cancer
• Crohn's Disease
• Diverticulitis
• Gastric Cancer
• Hepatocellular Carcinoma
• Neuroblastoma
• Ovarian Cysts
• Pancreatic Abscess
• Pancreatic Pseudocyst
• Renal Cell Carcinoma
• Tumor
• Unilateral Hydronephrosis
• Urge Incontinence
• Uterine Fibroids
Tests & Exams
• Abdominal CT Scan
• Abdominal Film
• Abdominal Ultrasound
• Arteriogram
• Barium Enema
• CBC
• CHEM-20
• EGD - Esophagogastroduodenoscopy
• Isotope Study
• Sigmoidoscopy
Other Topics
• Abdominal Pain
• Hepatomegaly
• Physical Examination
• Splenomegaly
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