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Definition of Ascites

1. Noun. Accumulation of serous fluid in peritoneal cavity.

Definition of Ascites

1. n. A collection of serous fluid in the cavity of the abdomen; dropsy of the peritoneum.

Definition of Ascites

1. Noun. (medicine) An accumulation of fluid in the peritoneal cavity, frequently symptomatic of liver disease. ¹

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Definition of Ascites

1. accumulation of serous fluid in the abdomen [n ASCITES] : ASCITIC [adj]

Medical Definition of Ascites

1. An effusion and accumulation of serous fluid in the abdominal cavity. Synonym: abdominal dropsy, peritoneal dropsy, hydroperitonia, hydrops abdominis. Origin: L, Gr. Askites from askos = bag (18 Nov 1997)

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