End-on-end repair

What does "End-on-end repair" 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

End-on-end repair is a medical term used to describe a method of fixing a broken or damaged part of the body, often a nerve or blood vessel. It involves directly connecting the two ends of the damaged part together. This is done in a way that allows the part to function as it did before the damage occurred. The term "end-on-end" comes from the fact that the two ends of the damaged part are joined directly to each other.

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