polypectomy

English

Method of removing a polyp with a sling.

Etymology

From polyp +‎ -ectomy.

Pronunciation

  • Rhymes: -ɛktəmi

Noun

polypectomy (countable and uncountable, plural polypectomies)

  1. (surgery) The surgical removal of a polyp, typically performed to diagnose, treat, or prevent conditions such as cancer or symptoms caused by the polyp.
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