Dictionary of the word “duodenotomy”

Meaning of the word

The word “duodenotomy” refers to a surgical procedure consisting of the incision or opening of the duodenum, which is the first portion of the small intestine.

Origin of the word

The word “duodenotomy” originates in the Greek “duodenum” (duodenum) and “tone” (incision).

Word adverbs

There are no specific adverbs related to the word “duodenotomy”.

Conjunctions of the word

There are no specific conjunctions related to the word “duodenotomy”.

Synonyms of the word

Some synonyms for “duodenotomy” are: duodenostomy, duodenorrofia, duodenectomy.

Word Definitions

1. Surgical procedure that involves the incision or opening of the duodenum.

Phrases that the word applies

1. The doctor performed a duodenotomy to treat obstruction in the duodenum.

2. Duodenotomy is a common procedure in cases of duodenal ulcers.

Examples of the word in text

The patient underwent a duodenotomy to remove a tumor in the duodenum.

Duodenotomy is a surgical technique used to treat certain conditions of the digestive system.

Rhymes with the word

1. Gastrotomy

2. Enterotomy

3. Cholecystotomy

Anagrams with the word

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