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colostomy definition

co·los·tomy (kə läs′tə mē)

noun pl. colostomies -·mies

the surgical operation of forming an artificial anal opening in the body from the colon

Etymology: colo(n) + -stomy

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colostomy Usage Examples

Converse of object

  • require: It may only require a loop colostomy or dividing adhesions, but surgery can have a significant mortality and morbidity.

Adjective modifier

  • temporary: The temporary colostomy was reversed on the 5th May 1994.

Modifies a noun

  • crawl: We carried on out, into the muddy Colostomy Crawl, with too many bags and was relieved to get to Treasury Chamber.

Noun used with modifier

  • loop: A loop colostomy in the sigmoid area would usually produce a formed stool allowing the patient to use a closed pouch.
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