colpotomy

/kɒlˈpɒtəmi/

Definitions

1. noun

A surgical procedure that involves making an incision in the cervix to access the uterus, often used in gynecology.

“The doctor performed a colpotomy to remove the tumor from the patient’s uterus.”

Synonyms

  • cervical incision
  • hysterotomy

Antonyms

  • hysterectomy