an·trec·to·my ( n-tr k t -m )n. Excision of an antrum, such as removing the pyloric antrum of the stomach. |
Antrectomy
A surgical procedure for ulcer disease in which the antrum, a portion of the stomach, is removed.
Mentioned in: Gastrectomy
antrectomy
[antrek′təmē]
the surgical excision of the pylorus.
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