Side-to-side anastomosis

What does "Side-to-side 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

Side-to-side anastomosis is a medical term used to describe a procedure where two tubes in the body, such as blood vessels or parts of the intestine, are connected together. This is done by making an opening on the side of each tube and then stitching them together. The purpose of this procedure is to allow fluid or other substances to flow between the two tubes. This can be necessary in various medical situations, such as after a part of the intestine has been removed due to disease.

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