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abdominohysterotomy

|ab-dom-i-no-hys-ter-ot-o-my|

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/æbˌdɒmɪnoʊˌhɪstəˈrɒtəmi/

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/æbˌdɒmɪnəʊˌhɪstəˈrɒtəmi/

surgical incision into abdomen and uterus

Etymology
Etymology Information

'abdominohysterotomy' originates from Latin and Greek roots, specifically the words 'abdomen' meaning 'belly' and 'hystera' meaning 'uterus', combined with 'tomia' meaning 'cutting'.

Historical Evolution

'Abdominohysterotomy' is a modern medical term derived from combining Latin and Greek roots to describe a specific surgical procedure.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'cutting into the abdomen and uterus', and this meaning has remained consistent in modern medical usage.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

a surgical procedure involving an incision into the abdomen and uterus, typically to perform a cesarean section.

The doctor performed an abdominohysterotomy to deliver the baby safely.

Synonyms

Last updated: 2025/03/31 06:36