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illeostomy
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Definition:
An operation that makes it possible for stool to leave the body after the colon and rectum are removed. The surgeon makes an opening in the abdomen and attaches the bottom of the small intestine (ileum) to it.
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• Abdomen
• Ileum
• Rectum
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Ileostomy
Ileostomy is an opening into the small intestine that is created surgically by bringing a part of the small intestine (ileum) to the outside surface of the body at the abdomen.
Ileostomy (il-ee-AW-stuh-mee)
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