resectoscope
resectoscope · resectoscopes
A hollow and flexible surgical instrument typically inserted through the urethra or…A hollow and flexible surgical instrument typically inserted through the urethra or vagina, used for performing a biopsy or resection at the level of the prostate, uterus, or urinary bladder.
/ɹɪˈsɛktəskəʊp/
Meaning
1 sensesA hollow and flexible surgical instrument typically inserted through the urethra or vagina, used for performing a biopsy or resection at the level of the prostate, uterus, or urinary bladder.
Origin
Ancient Greek -ο- (-o-)der.Ancient Greek -ο- (-o-)der.
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Forms
plural: resectoscopes| Singular | resectoscope |
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Word family
1 related wordsRelatedresectoscopic