Analytical, Diagnostic and Therapeutic Techniques, and Equipment

Ostomy

Surgical construction of an artificial opening (stoma) for external fistulization of a duct or vessel by insertion of a tube with or without a supportive stent.

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Abstract

Surgical construction of an artificial opening (stoma) for external fistulization of a duct or vessel by insertion of a tube with or without a supportive stent.

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1 entry terms
  • Ostomies

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17 allowable subheadings

Indexed with the subheadings adverse effects, classification, economics, education, ethics, history, instrumentation, legislation & jurisprudence, methods, mortality, nursing, psychology, rehabilitation, standards, statistics & numerical data, trends, veterinary.

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general or unspecified; prefer specifics

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History Note

88

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Previous Indexing

  • Colostomy (1966-1987)
  • Ileostomy (1966-1987)
  • Urinary Diversion (1973-1987)

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  1. E04w.579w

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References

  1. National Library of Medicine. Ostomy. Medical Subject Headings (MeSH). 2026. Unique ID D010030. http://id.nlm.nih.gov/mesh/2026/D010030
  2. Ostomy. In: Wikipedia. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ostomy
  3. Ostomy. In: Wikidata. https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q68172732