Postoperative Meaning in English

word

US

ˌpoʊˈstɔpəɹətɪv

pohs-TAW-puh-ruh-tiv

UK

pəʊstˈɒpəɹətɪv

pohst-OP-uh-ruh-tiv

Definition

Relating to the period of time after a surgical operation. It is used to describe things that happen, need, or are required following surgery.

Usage & Nuances

"Postoperative" is mainly used in medical and hospital settings. Common collocations include 'postoperative care,' 'postoperative complications,' and 'postoperative period.' Not used in casual conversation unless describing medical situations.

• Spanish: posoperatorio
• Portuguese (BR): pós-operatório
• Portuguese (PT): pós-operatório
• Chinese (Simplified): 术后
• Chinese (Traditional): 術後
• Hindi: ऑपरेशन के बाद का
• Arabic: ما بعد الجراحة
• Bengali: অস্ত্রোপচারের পর - অপারেশনের পর
• Russian: послеоперационный
• Japanese: 術後
• Vietnamese: hậu phẫu thuật
• Korean: 수술 후
• Turkish: ameliyat sonrası
• Urdu: بعد از سرجری - آپریشن کے بعد
• Indonesian: pascaoperasi - pasca bedah

Example Sentences

She received excellent postoperative care at the hospital.

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The doctor explained the postoperative instructions to the patient.

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Many patients experience pain during the postoperative period.

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The nurse checked on him regularly during his postoperative recovery.

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Swelling is normal, but let us know if you have any unusual postoperative symptoms.

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He had some postoperative complications, but he's recovering well now.

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