Description

Gastrostomy is a surgical procedure that involves creating an opening in the stomach through the abdominal wall. This opening allows for direct access to the stomach for feeding or medication administration, often used in patients who cannot eat by mouth.

Interpreter Notes

Interpreters should be aware that 'gastrostomía' is the formal term used in clinical settings. Common variants may include 'sonda gástrica' or 'alimentación por sonda', which are more colloquial and should be avoided in formal contexts. It is important to maintain a clinical register when discussing this term.

Example Sentences

EN: The patient requires a gastrostomy to ensure proper nutrition.

ES: El paciente requiere una gastrostomía para asegurar una adecuada nutrición.

Common Interpreter Mistakes

Confusing 'gastrostomy' with 'colostomy'; mispronouncing 'gastrostomía' as 'gastrostomía'; using informal terms like 'sonda gástrica' in clinical discussions.