canthotomy
Pronunciation: kan-thot′ō-mē
Definition:
- An operation for lengthening the palpebral fissure by incision through the lateral canthus.
- An operation for restoration of the canthus.
[G. kanthos, canthus, + tomē, incision]
Search Stedman's Medical Dictionary
Examples: glitazone, GI cocktail, etc.
