lipostomy

/lɪˈpɒstəmi/

Definitions

1. noun

A surgical procedure to create an opening between two organs or between an organ and the body surface, often used to treat obesity.

“The doctor advised her to undergo lipostomy to reduce her excess fat and improve her health.”

Synonyms

  • abdominoplasty
  • liposuction

Antonyms

  • gastropexy
  • gastroplication