uterotomy

/juːtəˈtɒmi/; /jʊˈtɛrəmi/

Definitions

1. noun

a surgical incision into the uterus, especially to deliver a dead or malformed fetus.

“The doctor considered performing an emergency uterotomy to save the woman’s life.”

Synonyms

  • cesarean section
  • hysterotomy

Antonyms

  • vaginal delivery