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- arteriovenostomyThe implantation of a shunt or cannula for chronic renal dialysis.
- tympanostomySynonym of myringotomy, incision in the eardrum (tympanic membrane).
- ureterosigmoidostomyA surgical procedure in which the ureters are diverted into the sigmoid colon.
- appendicostomyA surgical procedure that uses the appendix to create a small opening on the abdomen, allowing a person to flush the colon with liquid from above to help empty the bowels in a controlled way.
- dacryocystostomyA surgical incision into the lacrimal sac, usually to promote drainage.
- epididymovasostomyA microsurgical procedure in which the vas deferens is directly connected to the epididymis to bypass a blockage in the epididymal tubules and restore the passage of sperm into the reproductive tract.
- myringostomySynonym of myringotomy: The surgical procedure of making a tiny incision in the eardrum, to relieve pressure caused by the excessive buildup of fluid, or to drain pus.
- pancreaticogastrostomyA surgical procedure in which the remaining pancreas is connected to the stomach to allow pancreatic juices to drain into the stomach, typically after pancreatic resection.
- pancreaticojejunostomyA surgical procedure in which the pancreas is joined to the jejunum to allow pancreatic juices to drain into the small intestine.
- pyelostomyThe formation of an opening in the renal pelvis of a kidney.