Meaning Of The Word Gastrostomy

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What's The Definition Of Gastrostomy?

gastrostomy in American English
noun: the construction of an artificial opening from the stomach through the abdominal wall, permitting intake of food or drainage of gastric contents

gastrostomy in British English
noun: surgical formation of an artificial opening into the stomach from the skin surface: used for feeding

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