postsurgical

adjective

post·​sur·​gi·​cal ˌpōs(t)-ˈsər-ji-kəl How to pronounce postsurgical (audio)
: postoperative
postsurgically
ˌpōs(t)-ˈsər-ji-k(ə-)lē How to pronounce postsurgical (audio)
adverb

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What shocked me most was my relative lack of postsurgical pain. — Nicole Sours Larson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 14 Apr. 2026 This article will review Mohs surgery on the nose and options for postsurgical reconstruction. — Casey Gallagher, Verywell Health, 14 Aug. 2024 If a hidden issue is uncovered, addressing it before surgery is critical for your safety and may lead to a quicker postsurgical recovery. — Dr. Jamin Brahmbhatt, CNN, 6 Feb. 2025 Most people love simple and soft postsurgical robes, especially those that are specifically meant for people who have recently undergone breast surgery. — Bestreviews, Mercury News, 16 Mar. 2026 As a pain-free movement specialist, Melissa works with clients managing chronic pain, such as arthritis, or postsurgical recovery from hip and knee replacements. — Nour Rahal, Freep.com, 25 Feb. 2025 Pineda is allegedly being denied medication for his asthma, postsurgical pain treatment for a recent back operation, and medical attention for a high fever he's had for multiple days. — Billal Rahman, MSNBC Newsweek, 14 Aug. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1923, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of postsurgical was in 1923

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Medical Definition

postsurgical

adjective
post·​sur·​gi·​cal -ˈsər-ji-kəl How to pronounce postsurgical (audio)
: postoperative
postsurgical swelling
a postsurgical patient
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