Definition

A medical procedure that allows doctors to look inside the uterus using a special instrument called a hysteroscope.

Example

The doctor recommended a hysteroscopy to check for any abnormalities in the uterus.

Conversation

Have you heard of hysteroscopy?

Yes, it's that procedure to examine the uterus, right?

Exactly! I read it can help with various uterine issues.

That's true; it sounds like a useful tool for doctors.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Hysteroscopy → It is formed from "hystera" (from Greek ὑστήρ, meaning uterus) and "skopein" (from Greek σκοπεῖν, meaning to look or examine). The word refers to the examination of the uterus using a scope.

Memory Tip

Think of 'hystera' meaning uterus and 'skopein' meaning to look — that's why hysteroscopy means looking into the uterus.

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