Professional
Technical
IVT
enteroenterostomy
Surgical creation of an anastomosis between two segments of small intestine.
Full Definition
A surgical procedure that creates a communication between two separate segments of small bowel, typically performed to bypass an obstruction or as part of a complex reconstruction. The anastomosis can be created in various configurations including end-to-end, end-to-side, or side-to-side depending on the clinical situation. Common indications include bypassing unresectable tumors, strictures from Crohn's disease, or as part of complex abdominal reconstructions following trauma or extensive resections.
Usage
Usage note: Specify the type of anastomosis (end-to-end, side-to-side, etc.) and indication when documenting.
In Context
- "Side-to-side enteroenterostomy was performed to bypass the obstructing jejunal mass." — Operative report
- "The patient underwent enteroenterostomy for palliation of unresectable small bowel tumor." — Oncology consultation note
Also known as
small bowel anastomosis
jejunojejunostomy
Don't confuse with
enterocolostomy
gastroenterostomy