Abdominal girth

Definition
Abdominal girth is the measurement of the distance around the abdomen at a specific point, usually at the level of the belly button (navel). Abdominal girth can be an objective measurement of abdominal swelling.

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Last revised: December 7, 2012
by Sharon M. Smith, M.D.

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