Valvulotomy
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Valvulotomy is a noun meaning A valvotomy: an incision to relieve stenosis of a valve, especially in the heart.
Meaning
A valvotomy: an incision to relieve stenosis of a valve, especially in the heart.
Example Sentences
A few days after Bailey's success, on June 16, in Boston, Dr. Dwight Harken successfully performed his first valvulotomy for mitral stenosis.
Word Forms
- valvulotomies
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include valvotomy, valvectomy, valvuloplasty, valvoplasty, ventriculotomy, valvulotome.
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