lithotomic

/ˌlɪθəˈtɒmɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to the surgical removal of a stone, especially from the urinary tract

“The lithotomic procedure was used to treat the patient’s kidney stone.”

2. noun

a surgical operation for removing a stone from the urinary tract

“The lithotomic was performed under general anesthesia.”

Synonyms

  • lithotomous
  • lithotomy

Antonyms

  • diuretic
  • urobilious