rectoperineal

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English

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Etymology

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From recto- +‎ perineal.

Adjective

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rectoperineal (not comparable)

  1. (anatomy) Relating to the rectum and perineum, as (usually, more specifically) a fistula of rectocutaneous type whose cutaneous opening is in the perineal skin.

Usage notes

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Do not confuse rectoperineal ("between the rectum and perineum") with retroperitoneal ("behind the peritoneum").