duodenojejunostomy
Pronunciation: /duː.oʊ.diː.noʊ.dʒɪ.dʒuː.nɒs.toʊ.mi/
Surgical connection between the duodenum and jejunum to bypass obstructed segments of small bowel.
Full Definition
A surgical anastomosis that connects the duodenum directly to the jejunum, bypassing intervening segments of small intestine. This procedure is commonly performed in pediatric patients with duodenal obstruction, malrotation with midgut volvulus, or other conditions requiring duodenal bypass. The anastomosis can be performed in various configurations including side-to-side, end-to-side, or end-to-end depending on the clinical situation. Post-operative complications may include anastomotic leak, obstruction, or dumping syndrome.
Usage
Usage note: Note the specific directional naming convention - duodeno- indicates the proximal connection point.
In Context
- "The surgeon performed a side-to-side duodenojejunostomy to relieve the duodenal obstruction." — Operative note
- "Follow-up imaging showed a patent duodenojejunostomy with good flow of contrast." — Post-operative report