lithotriptors
/ˈlɪθəˌtrɪptərz/
noun
- Plural of lithotriptor; medical devices that use shock waves to break up kidney stones or gallstones.
- The hospital recently purchased two new lithotriptors for the urology department.
- Technicians must be trained to operate lithotriptors safely and effectively.
- Different types of lithotriptors use various methods to generate shock waves.