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Definition of Gastroelytrotomy

1. n. The operation of cutting into the upper part of the vagina, through the abdomen (without opening the peritoneum), for the purpose of removing a fetus. It is a substitute for the Cæsarean operation, and less dangerous.

Definition of Gastroelytrotomy

1. Noun. (surgery) The operation of cutting into the upper part of the vagina, through the abdomen (without opening the peritoneum), for the purpose of removing a foetus. ¹

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Medical Definition of Gastroelytrotomy

1. The operation of cutting into the upper part of the vagina, through the abdomen (without opening the peritoneum), for the purpose of removing a foetus. It is a substitute for the Caesarean operation, and less dangerous. Origin: Gastro- + Gr sheath + a cutting. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

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