1. a second or subsequent surgical operation on the same patient or body part
Usage: medical

Examples

• The patient required a reoperation due to complications from the initial surgery.
• Reoperation rates for this procedure are typically less than 5%.
• The surgeon explained that a reoperation might be necessary if the infection persisted.
• After the reoperation, her recovery was much smoother.
• The medical team carefully planned the reoperation to minimize risks.
• Insurance coverage for the reoperation was approved within 24 hours.