rectovaginal

English

Etymology

From recto- +‎ vaginal.

Pronunciation

  • Rhymes: -aɪnəl
  • Rhymes: -ædʒɪnəl

Adjective

rectovaginal (not comparable)

  1. Of or pertaining to the rectum and the vagina, as (usually, more specifically) a fistula between the two.

Usage notes

Do not confuse rectovaginal ("between the rectum and vagina") with retrovaginal ("behind the vagina"); see rectorectal § Usage notes for more information.

Derived terms

  • rectovaginal fistula
  • rectovaginal septum
  • rectovaginal stenosis
  • rectovaginal tear
  • rectovaginouterine

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