An anastomosis is a surgically created opening in an organ that forms an exit from the body

Indicate whether the statement is true or false.


ANS: F
An anastomosis is the surgical joining of two lumens to create a patent passage and reestablish continuity. An anastomosis can be done end-to-end, end-to-side, or side-to-side.

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