English word proctocolectomy comes from English colectomy, English procto- (Dealing with the colon, rectum and anus.)
| Dictionary entry | Language | Definition |
|---|---|---|
| colectomy | English (eng) | (surgery) The surgical procedure to remove all or part of the large intestine or colon. |
| procto- | English (eng) | Dealing with the colon, rectum and anus. |
| proctocolectomy | English (eng) | (surgery) The removal of the rectum and all or part of the colon. |