URETEROSTOMA Meaning and
Definition
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Ureterostoma is a medical term that refers to a surgical procedure in which a surgical opening, or stoma, is created in the wall of the abdomen to allow one or both of the ureters to be brought to the surface of the body. This procedure is performed when there is a blockage or damage in the urinary system, often as a result of a congenital anomaly, injury, or disease.
During a ureterostoma, the surgeon detaches the ureter from its normal position and carefully brings it through the abdominal wall, creating a channel for the urine to pass out of the body. This new opening serves as an alternate route for urine excretion when the natural pathway is compromised.
Ureterostoma is commonly performed as a temporary solution, allowing the patient to eliminate urine and manage the underlying condition while awaiting further treatment or recovery. In some cases, it may also be performed as a permanent solution if the natural route cannot be restored or if there are significant risks associated with other treatment options.
After the procedure, the urine is usually collected in a bag or pouch attached to the stoma, which needs to be regularly emptied or replaced. Patients may experience some adjustment period and require support to adapt to the physical and emotional aspects of living with a ureterostoma.
Overall, ureterostoma is a surgical intervention that redirects urine through an opening in the abdominal wall to bypass any obstructions or damaged structures in the urinary system.
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A practical medical dictionary. By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop. Published 1920.
Common Misspellings for URETEROSTOMA
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Etymology of URETEROSTOMA
The word "ureterostoma" is derived from two Greek roots: "ureteron" and "stoma".
- "Ureteron" refers to the ureter, which is a muscular tube that carries urine from the kidneys to the bladder. It is derived from the Greek word "oureter", meaning "tube" or "urinary vessel".
- "Stoma" comes from the Greek word "stoma", meaning "mouth" or "opening". In medical terminology, it often refers to a surgically created opening, usually on the surface of the body.
When these two roots are combined, "ureterostoma" is formed, representing a surgical procedure that involves creating an artificial opening in the ureter.
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