Definition of "gastrectomy" [gastrectomy]

• Surgical excision of part or all of the stomach. (noun)

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• "(voice-over): Last month, Maria had an experimental procedure known as a gastrectomy; 80 percent of her stomach was removed including the area that makes her appetite hormones."
• "I do like your questioning whether the same will apply with regards to those who undergo adjustable gastric banding or sleeve gastrectomy."
• "Laparoscopic isolated sleeve gastrectomy (LISG) was more effective than AGB in one study."