Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
hepatoscopy
Noun
/ˌhɛpəˈtɒskəpi/
Definition
Hepatoscopy is a medical procedure used to visually examine the liver through a small incision or through imaging techniques.
Examples
- The doctor performed a hepatoscopy to assess the liver’s condition.
- Hepatoscopy can provide critical information for diagnosing liver diseases.
- After the hepatoscopy, the patient was advised on further treatment options.
Meaning
It refers to the visual inspection of the liver to help diagnose diseases or conditions affecting it.
Synonyms
- Hepatic examination
- Liver inspection
