Abdominal girth measurement
From DrKoop's partner site on acid reflux, AcidRefluxConnection.com
The measurement of the abdominal girth may be helpful in diagnosing abdominal distention, which commonly results from intestinal gas. Increased abdominal girth may also indicate disease of the intestines or liver.
Review Date: 11/15/2005  advertisement
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