obstetric
/ɔb'stetrik/ Cách viết khác : (obstetrical) /ɔb'stetrikəl/
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Definition
- Adjective:
- Relating to childbirth and pregnancy: "Obstetric" describes anything connected to the medical care of women during pregnancy, labor, and the period immediately following childbirth.
- Relating to the medical specialty of obstetrics: It pertains to the branch of medicine and surgery concerned with childbirth and midwifery.
Usage Examples
- Adjective:
- She received excellent obstetric care throughout her pregnancy.
- The hospital has a dedicated obstetric unit for expectant mothers.
- The study focused on obstetric outcomes in different age groups.
Advanced Usage
"Obstetric history": A detailed record of a woman's past pregnancies and their outcomes.
- The doctor reviewed her obstetric history before the consultation.
"Obstetric complication": A medical problem that occurs during pregnancy or delivery.
- Hemorrhage is a serious obstetric complication.
Variants and Related Words
Obstetrics (n): The branch of medicine dealing with childbirth.
- She is studying to specialize in obstetrics.
Obstetrician (n): A doctor who specializes in obstetrics.
- Her obstetrician will deliver the baby.
Obstetrical (adj): A less common variant adjective form with the same meaning as "obstetric".
- The obstetrical team was on standby.
Synonyms
- Prenatal: Relating to the period before birth (often used for care).
- Perinatal: Relating to the time immediately before and after birth.
Related Phrases
Obstetric forceps: A tool sometimes used during delivery to assist in the birth of a baby.
- The doctor used obstetric forceps for a safe delivery.
Obstetric anesthesia: Anesthesia administered specifically for labor and delivery.
- She opted for obstetric anesthesia during labor.
Adjective
- of or relating to or used in or practicing obstetrics
- obstetric hospital