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resectoscope

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re·sec·to·scope   (rĭ-sěk'tə-skōp')   
n.  A surgical instrument for performing a resection without an opening or incision other than that made by the instrument.
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Main Entry: re·sec·to·scope
Pronunciation: ri-'sek-t&-"skOp
Function: noun
: an instrument consisting of a tubular fenestratedsheath with a sliding knife within it that is used for surgery within cavities (as of the prostate through the urethra)
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resectoscope re·sec·to·scope (rĭ-sěk'tə-skōp')
n.
A surgical instrument for performing a resection without an opening or incision other than that made by the instrument.

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