Abdominal exploration is surgery to look at the organs and
structures in your belly area (abdomen). This includes your: -
Kidney and ureters - Uterus, fallopian tubes, and ovaries (in
women) Surgery that opens the abdomen is called a laparotomy.
Laparotomy; Exploratory laparotomy Exploratory laparotomy is
done while you are under general anesthesia, which means you are
asleep and feel no pain. The surgeon makes a cut into the
abdomen and examines the abdominal organs. The size and location
of the surgical cut depends on the specific health concern. A
biopsy can be taken during the procedure. Laparoscopy describes
a group of procedures that are performed with a camera placed in
the abdomen. If possible, laparoscopy will be done instead of
laparotomy. Why the Procedure Is Performed Your doctor may
recommend a laparatomy if imaging tests of the abdomen, such as
x-rays and CT scans , have not provided an accurate diagnosis.
Exploratory laparotomy may be used to help diagnose and treat
many health conditions, incl