sigmoidectomy
Definition
Noun: - A surgical procedure to remove part or all of the sigmoid colon, typically performed to excise a malignant tumor or treat other serious conditions of this section of the large intestine.
Usage
The term is used in medical contexts to describe a specific type of colorectal surgery. - The patient underwent a sigmoidectomy to remove the cancerous growth. - A laparoscopic sigmoidectomy often results in a faster recovery than an open procedure.
Advanced Usage
- Partial vs. Total Sigmoidectomy: A removes a diseased segment, while a removes the entire sigmoid colon.
- Indications for Surgery: While commonly for malignancy, a sigmoidectomy may also be necessary for severe diverticulitis, volvulus (twisting of the colon), or traumatic injury.
Variants and Related Words
- Sigmoid (adj): Pertaining to the sigmoid colon, the S-shaped final section of the colon before the rectum.
- Colectomy (n): The general surgical removal of all or part of the colon. A sigmoidectomy is a specific type of colectomy.
Synonyms
- Sigmoid colon resection: A more descriptive clinical synonym for the same procedure.
Noun
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surgical removal of part or all of the sigmoid colon (usually to remove a malignant tumor)
