<instrument> There are two types of fetoscopes: one is a fibreoptic scope for looking directly at the foetus within the uterus; the other is a stethescope designed for listening to the foetal heart beat. ... (12 Dec 1998) ... Found on http://www.encyclo.co.uk/local/20973
(fe´to-skōp) a specially designed stethoscope for listening to the fetal heart beat. an endoscope for viewing the fetus in utero. Found on http://www.encyclo.co.uk/local/21001
Fetoscope: (1) A flexible fiberoptic device used to view or operate upon a fetus within the womb (to do fetal surgery). (2) A stethoscope designed for listening to the fetal heart beat. Found on http://www.medterms.com/script/main/art.asp?articlekey=3422
fetoscope, foetoscope; fetoscopic, foetoscopic 1. A flexible tubular fiberoptic instrument used for diagnostic examination of the fetus and interior of the uterus. 2. A stethoscope placed on a pregnant woman's abdomen to listen for the fetal heartbeat. Found on http://www.wordinfo.info/words/index/info/view_unit/817/2