distention Definition
dis·ten·tion (-sten′s̸hən)
noun
a distending or being distended; inflation; expansion
Etymology: L distentio
distention Synonyms
distention Usage Examples
Adjective modifier
abdominal: Physical assessment will determine the presence or absence of bowel sounds, flatus, or abdominal distention.
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