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fistulate

 

Definitions from WordNet

Adjective fistulate has 1 sense
  1. fistular, fistulate, fistulous - like a reed or tube
    Antonym: solid (indirect, via hollow)

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Fistulate

Definition

Adjective: Having or resembling a fistula, an abnormal passage or connection between two organs.

Verb (used with object): To create or form a fistula.

Noun: An abnormal passage or duct, usually between two organs or from an organ to the body surface.

Examples

Adjective

1. The patient's fistulate wound required immediate medical attention.

2. The fistulate opening allowed the infection to spread from the intestine to other organs.

Verb

The surgeon needed to fistulate the bile duct to provide an alternative route for bile drainage.

Noun

1. The fistulate between the bladder and rectum caused continuous leakage of urine.

2. A small incision was made to drain the abscess through the fistulate.

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