Pfannenstiel incision en · NOUN
Etymology
Named after Hermann Johannes Pfannenstiel (1862–1909), German gynecologist who invented the technique in 1900.
Meanings
- A surgical incision that allows access to the abdomen.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pfannenstiel incisions | Number=Plur | lexicographic |
Synonyms
Kerr incision · Pfannenstiel-Kerr incision · bikini line incision
Translations (1)
fi Pfannenstielin viilto (type of surgical incision)