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==Background==
[[File:Scheme body cavities-en.png|thumb|Lateral view showing abdominopelvic cavity.]]
[[File:Figure 34 01 10f.png|thumb|Gasterointestinal anatomy.]]
*Defined as: diffuse swelling or enlargement of the abdomen. 
**It can also apply to the sensation of elevated abdominal pressure and volume.

==Clinical Features==
[[File:Hepaticfailure.jpg|thumb||Ascites secondary to [[cirrhosis]].]]
*Diffuse swelling or enlargement of the abdomen (or the sensation of such)

==Differential Diagnosis==
{{DDX abdominal distention}}

==Evaluation==
*May be obvious on physical exam (e.g. obesity)
*Consider ultrasound as a first test (e.g. obesity vs. ascites)
*If unsure, consider CT abdomen

==Management==
*Depends on underlying etiology.

==Disposition==
*Depends on underlying etiology.

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[[Category:GI]]