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Colectomy

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Part of speech noun

Quick meaning: Colectomy is a noun meaning (surgery) The surgical procedure to remove all or part of the large intestine or colon.

Meaning

(surgery) The surgical procedure to remove all or part of the large intestine or colon.

Example Sentences

I need a partial colectomy, where part of the colon is removed.

Word Forms

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include subtotal, colonectomy, proctocolectomy, sigmoidectomy, colotomy, colorectomy.

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