What is Small Intestine Surgery
What exactly is Small Intestine Surgery? Our medical encyclopedia can get you started in your journey to learn more about this procedure. Continue your research by choosing one of the procedure sections to the left.
Alternate Names for Small Intestine Surgery:
Ileum surgery
Small bowel resection
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Small Intestine Surgery Definition
Alternate Names for Small Intestine Surgery:
Ileum surgery
Small bowel resection
Definition
A small bowel resection is the removal of part of the small intestine. The small intestine includes the duodenum, jejunum, and ileum. The surgery can be done through an open incision or using a laparoscopic technique.
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