gastroelytrotomy Meaning, Definition & Usage

Gas`tro*el`y*trot"o*my noun

Etymology

Gastro- + Gr sheath + a cutting

Definitions

1. (Surg.) 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.