pneu·mo·peri·to·ne·um
n, pl -ne*ums or -nea 1 : an abnormal state characterized by the presence of gas (as air) in the peritoneal cavity 2 : the induction of pneumoperitoneum as a therapeutic measure or as an aid to roentgenography .
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