preoperative

• Relativo al periodo anterior a una operación quirúrgica o a la preparación para ella.

Relating to the period or preparations before a surgical operation.

1. Before surgeryC1formalmedical

   Relating to or occurring in the period before a surgical operation, often involving preparation and assessment.

   Preoperatorio (relativo al período antes de una cirugía)

   • The patient underwent a series of preoperative tests to ensure they were fit for surgery.
   • Preoperative instructions include fasting for at least eight hours.
   • The nurse reviewed the preoperative checklist with the patient.

   Antónimospostoperative