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Elliot position

Elliot position logo #21001a position used for abdominal surgery; the patient lies on the operating table with lower chest elevated by a support under the lower costal margin.
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Elliot position

Elliot position logo #21219Type: Term Pronunciation: el′ē-ŏt Definitions: 1. a supine position on a double inclined plane or on a single inclined plane, with a cushion under the back at the level of the liver; used to facilitate abdominal section.
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