syringotomy

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. The incision of a fistula, such as the anal fistula.

Word forms

syringotomy syringotomies

Etymology

Ancient Greek σῦριγξ (sûrinx, “fistulous sore or abscess”) + -tomy; compare French syringotomie. By surface analysis, syringo- + -tomy.

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