Jejunoileostomy
Definition & Meaning
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Jejunoileostomy is a noun meaning (surgery) A surgical connection between the jejunum and the ileum, typically done to restore or reroute intestinal continuity after a diseased or removed segment of bowel.
Meaning
(surgery) A surgical connection between the jejunum and the ileum, typically done to restore or reroute intestinal continuity after a diseased or removed segment of bowel.
Word Forms
- jejunoileostomies
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include jejunojejunostomy, jejunocolostomy, duodenojejunostomy, cholangiojejunostomy, gastrojejunostomy, ileoileostomy.
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