English Explanatory Dictionary

aquablation

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A surgical technique used for the treatment of lower urinary tract symptoms secondary to benign prostatic hyperplasia, involving the ablation of prostatic tissue with a high-velocity saline stream with the use of robotic assistance and real-time ultrasonic guidance.

Pronunciation

/ˈækwəˌbleɪʃn̩/ /ˈɑːkwəˌbleɪʃn̩/

Word forms

aquablation aquablations

Etymology

Blend of aqua- + ablation.

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