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Definition of Preoperative

Preoperative: Before surgery. As opposed to postoperative, after surgery.

Source: MedTerms™ Medical Dictionary
http://www.medterms.com/script/main/art.asp?articlekey=22188
Last Editorial Review: 9/10/2003

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