myomectomy

/ˌmaɪəmɛkˈtɑmi/

Definitions

1. noun

a surgical procedure to remove a benign tumor (fibroid) from the uterus

“She underwent a myomectomy to alleviate her menstrual cramps.”

2. noun

a surgical procedure to remove a uterine fibroid

“The doctor recommended a myomectomy to treat her uterine fibroids.”

Synonyms

  • fibroidectomy
  • uterine fibroid removal

Antonyms

  • hysterectomy