English Explanatory Dictionary

omentopexy

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. The operation of suturing the omentum to the abdominal wall, securing anastomotic communication between the portal system and that of the vena cava.

Word forms

omentopexy omentopexies

Etymology

From omento- + -pexy.

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