Meaning Of The Word Ileostomy

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ileostomy in American English
the surgical operation of making an opening in the ileum
noun: the construction of an artificial opening from the ileum through the abdominal wall, permitting drainage of the contents of the small intestine

ileostomy in British English
noun: the surgical formation of a permanent opening through the abdominal wall into the ileum

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