Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

reoperation

noun

/ˌriːˈɒpəreɪʃən/

Definition

A surgical procedure performed again on a patient who has previously undergone surgery, typically due to complications or the need for corrective measures.

Examples

The patient had a reoperation to fix leaks from the initial procedure.
After careful evaluation, the doctors decided a reoperation was necessary.

Meaning

Reoperation refers to the process of conducting a second or subsequent surgical operation on a patient. This often occurs after the initial surgery did not achieve the desired results or when new issues arise that necessitate further intervention.