Puestow procedure en · NOUN
Etymology
Named after the American surgeon Charles Puestow (1902–1973).
Meanings
- A surgical procedure for treating chronic pancreatitis in which the main pancreatic duct is opened longitudinally and joined side-to-side with a Roux-en-Y loop of the jejunum to improve pancreatic drainage and relieve pain.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Puestow procedures | Number=Plur | lexicographic |