proctotomy en · NOUN
Etymology
From procto- + -tomy.
Meanings
- A surgical incision into the rectum, typically performed to gain access for treatment or removal of abnormal tissue, relieve obstruction, or repair injury.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| proctotomies | Number=Plur | lexicographic |
Coordinates
Translations (1)
it proctotomia (Translations)