A folding or putting together in pleats; specifically, an operation for reducing the size of a hollow viscus by taking folds or tucks in its walls. ... Origin: L. Plico, pp. -atus, to fold ... (05 Mar 2000) ... Found on http://www.encyclo.co.uk/local/20973
Type: Term Pronunciation: plī-kā′shŭn, pli- Definitions: 1. A folding or putting together in pleats; specifically, an operation for reducing the size of a hollow viscus by taking folds or tucks in its walls. Found on http://www.medilexicon.com/medicaldictionary.php?t=70171