Ladd operation

Ladd op·er·a·tion

(lad), division of Ladd band to relieve duodenal obstruction in malrotation of the intestine.

Ladd op·er·a·tion

(lad op-ĕr-ā'shŭn) Division of Ladd band to relieve duodenal obstruction in malrotation of the intestine.

Ladd,

William E., U.S. pediatric surgeon, 1880-1967. Ladd band - a peritoneal attachment of an incompletely rotated cecum, causing obstruction of the duodenum, found in malrotation of the intestine.Ladd calipersLadd clampLadd elevatorLadd fiberoptic systemLadd intracranial pressure sensorLadd knifeLadd operation - division of Ladd band to relieve duodenal obstruction in malrotation of the intestine.Ladd pressure monitor