Lithotome definitions

Lithotome

• (n.) A stone so formed by nature as to appear as if cut by art. • (n.) An instrument used for cutting the bladder in operations for the stone.
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Lithotome

Lith'o·tome noun [ Greek ... cutting stones; li`qos stone + ... to cut: confer French lithotome .] 1. A stone so formed by nature as to appear as if cut by art. 2. (Surg.) An instrument used for cutting the bladder in operations for the stone.
Found on http://www.encyclo.co.uk/webster/L/50

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lithotome

Type: Term Pronunciation: lith′ō-tōm Definitions: 1. A knife used in lithotomy.
Found on http://www.medilexicon.com/medicaldictionary.php?t=50955

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