duodenocholedochotomy

noun

duodenocholedochotomy

noun

Etymology From duodeno- + choledochotomy.

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Medicine, Sciences, Surgery A surgical procedure involving the creation of an incision between the duodenum and the common bile duct, typically performed to gain access to or relieve obstruction of the biliary system and allow drainage of bile.

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