Enterotomy

Enterotomy is the surgical incision into an intestine. It may be purposeful or a complication of an abdominal surgery, such as exploratory laparotomies or hernia repair.^{[citation needed]}

An enterotomy can be done to remove an obstruction or foreign body from the intestine.^[1]

If an accidental enterotomy is not noticed during surgery, it can take days to become apparent. Surgical repair is required.^[2]