Ileostomy Definition & Meaning

ileostomy
noun
  1. surgical procedure that creates an opening from the ileum through the abdominal wall to function as an anus; performed in cases of cancer of the colon or ulcerative colitis

"Ileostomy" in song lyrics

See how ileostomy is used in real songs:

  • "temporary ileostomy"
    AOL — AOL
  • "pitcure of a ileostomy"
    AOL — AOL
  • "ulcerative colitis pouch ileostomy"
    AOL — AOL

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