A patient's sudden decompensation with abdominal pain may indicate a surgical emergency, referred to as a(n) ____.

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Sudden onset of abdominal pain is a hallmark symptom of an acute abdomen, which can be caused by a variety of surgical emergencies, such as appendicitis, perforated ulcer, or a ruptured ovarian cyst. A cold belly is not a recognized medical term or condition. Ectopic pregnancy is a specific cause of abdominal pain, but not necessarily a surgical emergency unless it has ruptured. Abdominal prolapse is a condition where the organs in the abdomen protrude through weakened muscles or tissue, but it is not typically associated with sudden onset of pain.

A Patient's Sudden Decompensation with Abdominal Pain May Indicate a Surgical