A gastroduodenostomy is a surgical procedure that creates a connection between the stomach and the duodenum. The part of the word gastroduodenostomy that means 'surgical opening' i... A gastroduodenostomy is a surgical procedure that creates a connection between the stomach and the duodenum. The part of the word gastroduodenostomy that means 'surgical opening' is the __.
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The question is asking about the meaning of a specific part of the medical term 'gastroduodenostomy', particularly the part that signifies 'surgical opening'.
Answer
-ostomy
The final answer is -ostomy.
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The final answer is -ostomy.
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-ostomy refers to the surgical creation of an opening or an artificial connection between two structures.
Tips
A common mistake is confusing '-ostomy' with '-ectomy', which means surgical removal.
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