| ileostomy |
A surgically created opening of the abdominal wall to the ileum, allowing the diversion of fecal waste.
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| ileum |
The lower third of the small intestine, adjoining the colon.
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| ileostomy |
Creation of a surgical opening through the abdominal wall into the ileum or small intestine. Fecal matter drains through this opening into a bag on the abdomen.
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| ileostomy |
The result of intestinal surgery where the far end of the ,mall intestine is brought out to the skin surface. The small bowel contents are then collected in a bag attached to the skin. This is normally done only for severe large bowel disease because the fluid, bicarbonate and electrolyte losses can be lifficult to treat or correct, especially on a long term basis.
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| ileoanal anastomosis |
a surgical operation for ulcerative colitis where, after total colectomy, an internal pouch is made from the ileum and attached to the anus, thus preserving continence and allowing evacuation in the normal manner. (This operation is also known as the 'reservoir' or Parks operation) .
Ãâó: www.ccsg.org.nz/newsletters/ccsgnews/glossary.htm
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