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Definition of Esophagotomy

1. n. The operation of making an incision into the esophagus, for the purpose of removing any foreign substance that obstructs the passage.

Medical Definition of Esophagotomy

1. The operation of making an incision into the oesophagus, for the purpose of removing any foreign substance that obstructs the passage. Alternative forms: oesophagotomy. Origin: Gr. The oesophagus + to cut. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

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