Anastomosing
Anastomosing (pronunciation: /əˈnastəˌmōz, -ˌmōsɪŋ/) is a term used in various fields of study, including medicine, biology, and geology. In the medical field, it refers to the connection of separate parts of a branching system to form a network, as in blood vessels or leaf veins. The term is derived from the Greek word "anastomosis" which means "outlet" or "opening".
Etymology
The term "anastomosing" is derived from the Greek word "anastomosis" which means "outlet" or "opening". It is composed of "ana-" meaning "up" or "through", and "stoma" meaning "mouth" or "opening".
Medical Usage
In medicine, anastomosing refers to the surgical connection of two parts of a branching system such as blood vessels or intestines. This can be done to bypass a blocked or damaged area, or to create a new pathway for fluid or waste. The resulting connection is also referred to as an anastomosis.
Related Terms
- Anastomosis: The connection made by anastomosing.
- Arteriovenous anastomosis: A connection between an artery and a vein.
- Intestinal anastomosis: A surgical connection between two parts of the intestine.
- Vascular anastomosis: The connection of blood vessels during a surgical procedure.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Anastomosing
- Wikipedia's article - Anastomosing
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