Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
uterotomy
Noun
/ˌjuːtərˈɒtəmi/
Definition
Uterotomy refers to a surgical procedure involving an incision into the uterus.
Examples
- During the surgery, the doctor had to perform a uterotomy to address the complications.
- Uterotomy is a critical procedure that requires skilled surgical intervention.
- The patient was informed beforehand about the uterotomy she would undergo.
Meaning
It is often performed during certain medical situations, such as childbirth complications or removing fibroids.
Synonyms
- Hystrotomy
- Uterine incision
