Proctectomy

Pronunciation: /ˈpiˈɹɑkˈtɛkˈtuˈmaɪ/

Proctectomy (noun)

  1. A surgical procedure in which a doctor removes part or all of the rectum.

Examples

  • Proctectomy removes the rectum during rectum removal surgery.
  • The doctor recommends proctectomy for rectum removal surgery when needed.