LAP has various meanings in the Veterinary category. Discover the full forms, definitions, and usage contexts of LAP in Veterinary.
A laparotomy is a surgical procedure involving a large incision through the abdominal wall to gain access into the abdominal cavity. It is also known as a celiotomy. The first successful laparotomy was performed without anesthesia by Ephraim McDowell in 1809 in Danville, Kentucky.
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