Tiflectomy

Meaning of the word

The word “typhlectomy” refers to a surgical procedure consisting of removing a part of the large intestine called cecus.

Origin of the word

The word “typhlectomy” originates in the Greek “Typhlon”, which means “Ceco”, and “Ektonē”, which means “removal”.

Word adverbs

There are no adverbs related to the word “typlectomy”.

Conjunctions of the word

There are no conjunctions related to the word “tiflectomy”.

Synonyms of the word

Some synonyms for “typlectomy” are: partial cholectomy, resection of the cecus.

Word Definitions

– Surgical procedure consisting of the removal of the cecus.
– Partial removal of the large intestine.

Phrases that the word applies

– The doctor recommended the typhlectomy to treat the patient’s disease.
– Tiflectomy is a common procedure in cases of colon cancer.

Examples of the word in text

Tiflectomy is a surgical procedure performed to treat large intestine diseases such as colon cancer. During typlectomy, the surgeon removes the cecus, part of the large intestine where water and electrolytes absorb. After typhlectomy, the patient may need special care and a modified diet to adapt to changes in the digestive system.

Rhymes with the word

There are no words that rhyme with “tiflectomy”.

Anagrams with the word

There are no anagrams formed with the letters of the word “tiflectomy”.

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