Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
preoperative
Adjective
/ˌpriːˈɒpərətɪv/
Definition
Relating to the period before a surgical operation.
Examples
- The preoperative assessment included blood tests and imaging scans.
- Patients should follow the preoperative instructions to minimize complications.
- She felt nervous during the preoperative visit with her surgeon.
Meaning
The term preoperative is used to describe the time before a surgery takes place, encompassing all preparations and evaluations that occur to ensure the patient is ready for the surgery.
Synonyms
- Pre-surgery
- Surgical preparatory
- Pre-therapeutic
