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Definition of Colostomy

1. Noun. A surgical operation that creates an opening from the colon to the surface of the body to function as an anus.

Definition of Colostomy

1. Noun. An incision into the colon to allow for drainage. ¹

2. Noun. The opening produced in such incision. ¹

¹ Source: wiktionary.com

Definition of Colostomy

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Medical Definition of Colostomy

1. The surgical construction of an artificial anus between the colon and the surface of the abdomen. There procedure is indicated as part of the treatment of some cases of diverticulitis, Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis, colon cancer and intestinal obstruction. (27 Sep 1997)

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