gynaecology

/ ˌɡaɪnɪkəˈlɒdʒɪkəl; ˌɡaɪnɪˈkɒlədʒɪ /

noun

1. the branch of medicine concerned with diseases in women, esp those of the genitourinary tract

Derived Forms

• ˌgynaeˈcologist, noun
• gynaecological, adjective

Example Sentences

Regions in Northern Ireland are working on plans to improve gynaecology services, taking on the 20 recommendations made in a recent report.

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Pregnant women in Northern Ireland face discrimination over not being offered early scans for foetal abnormalities, according to gynaecology experts.

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She is now under the care of NHS gynaecology services, where waits for routine follow-up appointments can also be lengthy.

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An appointment was booked for her to visit the gynaecology department at Pilgrim Hospital in January, but in mid-December, she became ill at work.

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At her hospital, where she is a resident in gynaecology and obstetrics, there are no designated rest rooms and separate toilets for female doctors.

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