Gastrointestinal Surgery Glossary

Surgical removal of the rectum and anus through combined abdominal and perineal approaches.

Surgical division of adhesions (scar tissue) between organs or structures.

Surgical connection between two hollow organs or vessels to restore continuity.

Surgical removal of the vermiform appendix, typically for acute appendicitis.

Classification system for gastric reconstruction procedures following partial gastrectomy.

Surgical connection between two segments of intestine to restore bowel continuity.

Surgical removal of a segment of intestine, followed by restoration of intestinal continuity through anastomosis.

Anatomical landmark in cholecystectomy bounded by the cystic artery, common hepatic duct, and cystic duct.

Congenital diaphragmatic hernia; developmental defect allowing abdominal organs to herniate into the chest.

Surgical creation of an opening into the cecum for decompression or access to the colon.

A surgical connection between the gallbladder and intestine to bypass biliary obstruction when the bile duct cannot be r...

Presence of stones within the common bile duct causing potential obstruction.

Surgical instrument that creates a circular anastomosis with concurrent resection.

Surgical creation of an opening between the colon and abdominal wall for fecal diversion.

Critical view of safety, a laparoscopic landmark ensuring safe identification of structures before cholecystectomy.

Temporary surgical diversion of small bowel contents to protect a distal anastomosis.

Surgical treatment for Hirschsprung disease involving retrorectal pull-through of normal bowel.

Congenital obstruction of the duodenum, often presenting with the classic 'double bubble' sign on imaging.

Surgical creation of an anastomosis between two portions of the duodenum.

A surgical incision made into the duodenum to access its interior for examination or treatment.

Esophagogastroduodenoscopy; an endoscopic examination of the upper gastrointestinal tract including esophagus, stomach,...

Abnormal communication between the bowel and skin surface allowing intestinal contents to drain externally.

Surgical creation of an anastomosis between two segments of small intestine.

Surgical incision into the small bowel for access or repair.