hepaticocholangiogastrostomy

Definition

A surgical procedure that creates an anastomosis (connection) between the hepatic duct, common bile duct, and stomach to bypass a blockage in the biliary system and allow bile to drain directly into the stomach.

Example Usage

The surgeon recommended a hepaticocholangiogastrostomy after the patient's bile duct cancer made normal drainage impossible.

Origin

From Greek/Latin medical terminology: 'hepatic' (liver), 'cholangio' (bile ducts), 'gastro' (stomach), and 'stomy' (surgical opening).

Fun Fact

This procedure combines multiple anatomical terms and represents one of the most complex digestive system reconstructions in surgical practice.

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