English Explanatory Dictionary

jejunojejunostomy

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A surgical procedure in which two segments of the jejunum are connected together to restore or create continuity of intestinal flow, commonly performed to bypass a diseased section, complete a bowel reconstruction, or manage complications after prior intestinal surgery.

Word forms

jejunojejunostomy jejunojejunostomies

Etymology

From jejuno- + jejuno- + -stomy.

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