ascites
as·ci·tes
noun \ə-ˈsīt-ēz\plural ; ascites
Definition of ASCITES
: abnormal accumulation of serous fluid in the spaces between tissues and organs in the cavity of the abdomen—called also hydroperitoneum
—as·cit·ic \-ˈsit-ik\ (audio pronunciation) adjective
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