Colostomy (noun)

A surgical procedure in which the colon is brought through an opening in the abdominal wall, creating an artificial anus, typically as a result of injury, disease or to treat bowel cancer.

Origin:

The word "colostomy" comes from the greek "kolosteon" meaning "colon" and "stoma" meaning "opening".

Examples:

1. The patient underwent a colostomy due to colon cancer.
2. The colostomy was a temporary measure, with the plan to reverse the surgery later.
3. The colostomy bag is worn outside the body to collect waste.
4. The patient was able to return to normal activities after recovering from the colostomy.
5. The colostomy was the last resort after other treatments failed.