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proctocolectomy

noun

proctocolectomy

noun

Etymology From procto- + col- + -ectomy.

1

Medicine, Sciences, Surgery A surgical procedure involving complete excision of the colon and rectum, typically performed to treat severe colorectal disease.

Derived terms
panproctocolectomy

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