Distal anastomosis

What does "Distal anastomosis" mean in a report or doctor's letter? In our medical dictionary, you will find a patient-friendly explanation of the meaning of this medical term.

Explanation

Distal anastomosis is a medical term used to describe a specific type of surgical connection between two parts of the body. This is often used in reference to surgery on the heart or blood vessels. The word "distal" means the point farthest from the center of the body, while "anastomosis" refers to the connection made. So, in simple terms, a distal anastomosis is a surgical connection made at a point far from the center of the body.

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