Meaning & use
perioperative
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Relating to the period surrounding a surgical operation, including before, during, and after the procedure.
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The perioperative team monitored the patient's vitals closely throughout the surgery.
Perioperative care includes everything from pre-surgery counseling to post-operative recovery.
A note on using this word
Combines "peri-" (around) with "operative" (relating to surgery); it's a specialized medical term covering the entire surgical timeline, not just the operation itself.
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