| double-barrel colostomy | definition: surgical procedure involving firstly, the removal of a malignant tumor in the colon, and secondly, the temporary creation of a artificial opening for the collection of body wastes outside the body. When it is feasible for normal functioning to be resumed, the colon is rejoined, causing the device to be no longer necessary. (en) number: singular part of speech: noun reliability code: 10 term type: main entry term |
| colostomía de doble cilindro | definition: procedimiento quirúrgico que consiste primero en la extirpación de un tumor maligno en el colon, y segundo, la creación temporal de un ano artificial. Cuando pueda resumirse el funcionamiento normal, el colon se vuelve a unir. (es) gender: feminine number: singular part of speech: noun reliability code: 10 term type: main entry term |