dacryocystotome

UK
/ˌdæk.rɪ.əʊˈsɪs.təʊm/
US
/ˌdæk.ri.oʊˈsɪs.toʊm/

Translations

dacryocystotomenoun
dacryocystotomes
pl
UK
/ˌdæk.rɪ.əʊˈsɪs.təʊm/
US
/ˌdæk.ri.oʊˈsɪs.toʊm/
The surgeon used a dacryocystotome to perform the procedure.
Хирург использовал дакриоцистотом для проведения процедуры.
dacryocystotomeadjective
UK
/ˌdækrɪəʊˈsɪstətɒm/
US
/ˌdækriəˈsɪstətɑm/
Used attributively in medical contexts (e.g., 'dacryocystotome technique').

Definitions

dacryocystotomenoun
A surgical instrument used for incising the lacrimal sac in procedures to treat blockages in the tear duct system.
The surgeon used a dacryocystotome to carefully open the lacrimal sac during the procedure.
dacryocystotomeadjective
Relating to or involving a dacryocystotome.
Proper dacryocystotome handling is essential for patient safety.