Celiotomy is a surgical term that refers to the procedure of opening the abdomen to examine or operate on the internal organs. Synonyms for celiotomy include exploratory laparotomy, abdominal incision, and abdominal exploration. These terms are often used interchangeably in medical contexts to describe the same procedure. Other synonyms for celiotomy may depend on the specific reason for the surgery, such as cesarean section for delivery of a baby or an appendectomy for the removal of the appendix. Regardless of the term used, celiotomy remains an important surgical procedure that helps diagnose and treat a variety of medical conditions involving the abdomen.