die Rektumresektion
Translation
rectal resection, proctectomy
Examples
Der Arzt plante eine Rektumresektion.
The doctor planned a rectal resection.
Die Rektumresektion verlief ohne Komplikationen.
The rectal resection proceeded without complications.
Grammar Patterns
[noun] rectal resection. After the Rektumresektion, the patient needs rest.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Proktektomie (proctectomy); Related procedures: Kolektomie (colectomy).
Etymology
From 'Rektum' (rectum, from Latin 'rectus' - straight) and 'Resektion' (resection, from Latin 'resecare' - to cut off).
Memory Tips
A highly specific medical term. Break it down: 'Rektum' (rectum) + 'Resektion' (resection/removal).