noun
- Plural of gastroplasty; surgical procedures that reduce the size of the stomach to promote weight loss.
Usage: medical; technical
Examples
- Several gastroplasties are performed annually to help patients with severe obesity.
- The surgeon specializes in various gastroplasties and other weight-loss interventions.
- Patients considering gastroplasties should understand the risks and benefits involved.
- Modern gastroplasties have become safer and more effective over the past decade.
- The hospital offers multiple types of gastroplasties tailored to individual patient needs.