endoscopy
pronunciation
How to pronounce endoscopy in British English:
UK [enˈdɒskəpi]
How to pronounce endoscopy in American English:
US [enˈdɑskəpi]
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- Noun:
- visual examination of the interior of a hollow body organ by use of an endoscope
Word Origin
- endoscopy (n.)
- 1861, from endo- + -scopy.
Example
- 1. Like capsule endoscopy for gastro-intestinal visualization , this device is delivered inside the machine using normal borescope methods in use .
- 2. You will be able to resume your diet and take your routine medication after you leave the endoscopy area , unless otherwise instructed .
- 3. They are used in broadcasting , in digital cameras , endoscopy , desktop videoconferencing , fax machines , cctv cameras , as well as bar code readers .
- 4. Endoscopy has already revolutionized operations on gall bladders , ovaries , intestinal polyps and a host of other conditions that used to require major surgery .
- 5. Instead , the team plans to use less invasive techniques , such as thermography and endoscopy ( essentially tiny cameras ) to examine the sarcophagus .