Jejunal
adjective
Relating to jejunum, which is the middle portion of the small intestine.
The doctor looked at the jejunal biopsy under the microscope.

Often appears as...
- jejunal biopsy
- jejunal atresia
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Formal
Technical
adjective
Relating to jejunum, which is the middle portion of the small intestine.
The doctor looked at the jejunal biopsy under the microscope.

Often appears as...
- jejunal biopsy
- jejunal atresia
Usage tips
Formal
Technical
Definition 1 of 1

Medical Specificity
Used in medical contexts to describe conditions or procedures involving the jejunum.

The patient underwent a jejunal resection to remove the diseased segment.
Not Commonly Known
May be unfamiliar to those outside of healthcare fields; may require explanation to laypeople.

His jejunal obstruction was explained to us as a blockage in part of the small intestine.
Technical Term
Considered jargon, it's often accompanied by other medical terminology.

During rounds, the attending physician discussed jejunal perforation risks.
Medical Specificity
Used in medical contexts to describe conditions or procedures involving the jejunum.

The patient underwent a jejunal resection to remove the diseased segment.
Not Commonly Known
May be unfamiliar to those outside of healthcare fields; may require explanation to laypeople.

His jejunal obstruction was explained to us as a blockage in part of the small intestine.
Technical Term
Considered jargon, it's often accompanied by other medical terminology.

During rounds, the attending physician discussed jejunal perforation risks.
Medical Specificity
Used in medical contexts to describe conditions or procedures involving the jejunum.

The patient underwent a jejunal resection to remove the diseased segment.
Not Commonly Known
May be unfamiliar to those outside of healthcare fields; may require explanation to laypeople.

His jejunal obstruction was explained to us as a blockage in part of the small intestine.
Technical Term
Considered jargon, it's often accompanied by other medical terminology.

During rounds, the attending physician discussed jejunal perforation risks.
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