pancreatocystostomy - meaning, definition, translation, pronunciation
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pancreatocystostomy (english) - meaning, definition, translation, pronunciation


Part of Speech

Noun

Phonetic Transcription

/pæŋ.kri.eɪ.təʊ.sɪs.tə.mi/

Meaning and Usage

Pancreatocystostomy is a surgical procedure that involves creating an artificial opening between the pancreas and a cyst located in or around the pancreas. This procedure is often performed to alleviate symptoms caused by pancreatic cysts, such as pain or digestive issues. It is primarily used in medical contexts, specifically in gastroenterology and surgery, and tends to be more common in written medical literature than in everyday oral speech.

Frequency of Use

The term is relatively specialized and is not frequently used in everyday conversation, as it pertains to a specific medical procedure. It is more frequently encountered in medical texts, journals, and discussions among healthcare professionals.

Example Sentences

  1. The surgeon recommended a pancreatocystostomy to treat the patient's large pancreatic cyst.
  2. Хирург порекомендовал панкреатокистостомию для лечения большого панкреатического кисты.

  3. After the pancreatocystostomy, the patient reported significant relief from abdominal pain.

  4. После панкреатокистостомии пациент сообщил о значительном облегчении боли в животе.

  5. Complications from a pancreatocystostomy can include infection and leakage of pancreatic fluid.

  6. Усложнения после панкреатокистостомии могут включать инфекцию и утечку панкреатической жидкости.

Idiomatic Expressions

While "pancreatocystostomy" does not form idiomatic expressions due to its highly technical nature, I can provide examples related to surgical procedures or medical treatment as related idioms or phrases:

  1. "To cut corners" - Modern surgical techniques often aim to cut corners by using minimally invasive methods.
  2. Современные хирургические технологии часто стремятся сэкономить время, используя малотравматичные методы.

  3. "On the operating table" - The patient was nervous while waiting to go on the operating table for the pancreatocystostomy.

  4. Пациент нервничал, ожидая, когда его положат на операционный стол для панкреатокистостомии.

  5. "Under the knife" - He had to go under the knife for a pancreatocystostomy last week.

  6. На прошлой неделе ему пришлось лечь под нож для панкреатокистостомии.

  7. "Time to heal" - After the pancreatocystostomy, the doctor advised her that it would take time for her body to heal.

  8. После панкреатокистостомии врач посоветовал ей, что потребуется время, чтобы её тело зажило.

Etymology

The word "pancreatocystostomy" is derived from several components: - "Pancreato-" from the Greek word "pankreas," meaning pancreas. - "Cyst-" from the Greek "kystis," meaning bladder or sac. - "-stomy," from the Greek "stoma," meaning mouth or opening.

Together, these parts describe the creation of an opening between the pancreas and a cyst.

Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms: - Cystoduodenostomy (involving duodenum) - Cystogastrostomy (involving stomach)

Antonyms: There are no direct antonyms, as medical procedures are typically defined by their specific actions rather than having opposites. However, terms such as “pancreatectomy” (removal of the pancreas) could be considered oppositional in a broader context of treatment approaches.



25-07-2024