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Abdominal Rigidity

Overview, Causes, & Risk Factors
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Diagnosis & Tests

How is the condition diagnosed?

Diagnosis of abdominal rigidity begins with a medical history and physical exam. The doctor may order tests such as:

an abdominal CT scan or abdominal MRI

blood tests

an ultrasound

urine tests

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