Definitions

1. noun

a surgical procedure in which the intestines are brought up and attached to the abdominal wall, often to alleviate conditions such as short bowel syndrome or intestinal failure.

“The doctor explained to the patient the options for treating her condition, including enteropexy as a possible surgical solution.”

2. verb

to perform a surgical procedure in which the intestines are brought up and attached to the abdominal wall.

“The surgeon will enteropexy the patient to alleviate her symptoms of short bowel syndrome.”