Surg. [f. URETHR-A + Gr. ἐκτομή: see -TOMY.] Surgical removal of the urethra or part of it.
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1898. Brit. Med. Jrnl., 11 June, 1556/1. A case of urethrectomy for impermeable stricture with retention of urine.
