postvagotomy
/ˌpoʊstveɪˈɡɑtəmi/
adjective
- Occurring after a vagotomy, a surgical procedure that cuts part of the vagus nerve.
- The patient developed postvagotomy diarrhea as a complication.
- Doctors discussed the risk of postvagotomy dumping syndrome.
- Postvagotomy care includes monitoring for digestive issues.