Translation guide
A fistula is an abnormal connection between two body parts, such as organs or vessels. In Japanese, the medical term is 瘻孔 (ろうこう), but in everyday contexts, it may be described as 穴 (あな) or 管 (くだ) depending on the situation.
To refer to a fistula in a medical or clinical context.
The standard medical term for fistula. Used by healthcare professionals and in medical documents.
To explain a fistula to a non-specialist or in everyday conversation.
General word for hole. Can be used to describe a fistula in simple terms, often with additional explanation.
In everyday Japanese, directly saying 瘻孔 may sound overly technical. Use descriptive phrases like 穴 (あな) or 管 (くだ) unless speaking with a medical professional.
患者は肛門瘻孔と診断された。
The patient was diagnosed with an anal fistula.
Loanword from English, used in some medical contexts, but less common than 瘻孔.
Fistula formation was observed.
A hole formed between the intestine and the skin.
Means tube or pipe. Can be used metaphorically to describe a fistula as an abnormal tube-like connection.
A strange tube has formed there.