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enterostomy

Definition of enterostomy

noun (plural enterostomies)

  • an ileostomy or similar surgical operation in which the small intestine is diverted to an artificial opening in the abdominal wall or in another part of the intestine.
  • an opening in the abdominal wall formed during an enterostomy.

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