PLIOTOMY

Meaning of the word

The word “plyiotomy” is a medical term that refers to the surgical incision made in the abdomen to access the peritoneal cavity.

Origin of the word

The word “pliotomy” originates in the ancient Greek, being formed by the junction of the terms “plio” (meaning “more”) and “Tomia” (meaning “cut”). Therefore, the literal meaning of “plyiotomy” is “larger cut”.

Word adverbs

There are no specific adverbs related to the word “plyiotomy”.

Conjunctions of the word

There are no specific conjunctions related to the word “plyiotomy”.

Synonyms of the word

Some synonyms for “plyiotomy” are: laparotomy, celiotomy and exploratory laparotomy.

Word Definitions

– Surgical incision performed on the abdomen to access the peritoneal cavity.
– Medical procedure that allows visualization and intervention in abdominal organs.

Phrases that the word applies

– The doctor performed a plyiotomy to investigate the cause of abdominal pain.
– Plyiotomy is a common procedure in abdominal surgeries.

Examples of the word in text

Plyiotomy is a surgical technique used in cases of acute appendicitis, allowing the removal of the inflamed appendix. During the plyiotomy, the surgeon makes an incision in the abdomen, usually in the lower right, and accesses the peritoneal cavity. After the necessary intervention, the incision is closed with points or staples.

Rhymes with the word

– Anatomy
– Physiology
– Biology
– Surgery
– Therapy

Anagrams with the word

– No anagrams were found with the word “plyiotomy”.

Sources:

1. Informal Dictionary
2. DICIO
3. meaning.com.br