jejunostomy

Noun

A surgical operation to create an opening (stoma) into the jejunum (part of the small intestine) from the surface of the skin, which can be temporary or permanent.

ریشه

From Latin 'jejunus' meaning 'fasting' and Greek 'stoma' meaning 'mouth' or 'opening'.

مثال

• The patient had a jejunostomy to bypass a blockage in his stomach.
• A jejunostomy is often performed when oral feeding is not possible.
• The surgeon explained the procedure of jejunostomy to the patient.

ترکیب‌های رایج

Perform a jejunostomy Undergo a jejunostomy Temporary jejunostomy Permanent jejunostomy