parathyroidectomy

noun

para·thy·roid·ec·to·my ˌper-ə-ˌthī-ˌrȯi-ˈdek-tə-mē

ˌpa-rə-

plural parathyroidectomies

: partial or complete excision of the parathyroid glands

parathyroidectomized

ˌper-ə-ˌthī-ˌrȯi-ˈdek-tə-ˌmīzd

ˌpa-rə-

adjective

Example Sentences

Recent Examples on the Web He was referred for surgical removal of the abnormal gland (parathyroidectomy), the definitive treatment for this condition. —

Damon Tweedy, Discover Magazine, 31 Oct. 2017 The left-hander’s season began with a parathyroidectomy during spring training to alleviate hyperparathyroidism. —

Paul Sullivan, chicagotribune.com, 15 May 2021

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Word History

First Known Use

1899, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler

The first known use of parathyroidectomy was in 1899

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Dictionary Entries Near parathyroidectomy

parathyroid

parathyroidectomy

parathyroid gland

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“Parathyroidectomy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/parathyroidectomy. Accessed 31 Mar. 2023.

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