Colostomy
Colostomy
Definition
The surgical creation of an opening between the colon and the surface of the body.
Also known as Colostomy — per NCIT
Also identified as
- UMLS C0009410 per NCIT
Anatomy
| Organ | Relation | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Intestine | Procedure Has Excised Anatomy | NCIT · CC BY 4.0 |
| Alimentary part of gastrointestinal system | Procedure Has Target Anatomy | NCIT · CC BY 4.0 |
| Colon | Procedure Has Target Anatomy | NCIT · CC BY 4.0 |
| Intestine | Procedure Has Target Anatomy | NCIT · CC BY 4.0 |