ileoileostomy en · NOUN
Etymology
From ileo- (“relating to the ileum”) + ileo- (“relating to the ileum”) + -stomy (“surgery creating a communication”).
Meanings
- A surgical procedure in which two segments of the ileum are joined together to re-establish continuity of the intestinal tract, typically after removal or bypass of a diseased section, allowing normal passage of intestinal contents.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| ileoileostomies | Number=Plur | lexicographic |