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Definition of Ileostomy

Ileostomy: An opening into the ileum, part of the small intestine, from the outside of the body. An ileostomy provides a new path for waste material to leave the body after part of the intestine has been removed. An opening into the ileum, part of the small intestine, from the outside of the body. An ileostomy provides a new path for waste material to leave the body after part of the intestine has been removed.

Source: MedTerms™ Medical Dictionary
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Last Editorial Review: 2/22/2003 6:39:35 AM

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