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jejunoileostomy

Definition jejunoileostomy

jejunoileostomy

jejunoileostomy n. an operation in which the jejunum is joined to the ileum (small intestine), when either the end of the jejunum or the begining of the ileum has been removed or is to be bypassed. It is usually performed for intestine disease (e.g. Crohn's disease) but sometimes for the treatment of obesity.