proctoscope

proctoscope definition - medical

proc·to·scope (prŏkˈtə-skōpˌ)

noun
An instrument for examining the rectum consisting of a tube or speculum equipped with a light. Also called rectoscope.

Related Forms:

  • proc·tosˈco·py (-tŏsˈkə-pē) noun

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