Colostomy Definition

kə-lŏstə-mē
colostomies
noun
The surgical operation of forming an artificial opening in the abdominal wall from the colon.
Webster's New World
Such an opening.
Webster's New World
The opening created by such a surgical procedure.
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Other Word Forms of Colostomy

Noun

Singular:
colostomy
Plural:
colostomies

Origin of Colostomy

  • colon +‎ -stomy.

    From Wiktionary

Colostomy Sentence Examples

  • The first stage relieves the intestinal obstruction by performing a colostomy.

  • This is called a colostomy or ileostomy, depending on which part of the bowel is used.

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

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

  • Following the surgery Mr Y was rushed ICU he had a temporary colostomy for a number of months.

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