fetoscope


fe·to·scope

noun \ˈfē-tə-ˌskōp\

Definition of FETOSCOPE

1
: an endoscope for visual examination of the pregnant uterus
2
: a stethoscope for listening to the fetal heartbeat
fe·tos·co·py \fē-ˈtäs-kə-pē\ noun

First Known Use of FETOSCOPE

1972

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