Intussusception
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /ɪntəsəˈsɛpʃən/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Intussusception is a noun meaning (medicine) The invagination of one portion of a tubular anatomical structure (especially intestines or blood vessels) within the next.
Meaning
(medicine) The invagination of one portion of a tubular anatomical structure (especially intestines or blood vessels) within the next.
More Meanings
- (rare) Absorption.
Word Forms
- intussusceptions
Synonyms for intussusception
Depending on context, synonyms include invagination, infolding.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include invagination, infolding, ileocolic, intussusceptum, intussuscipiens, intromission.
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