elective
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The unplanned surgeries have increased by eight percentage points, while the rate of elective caesareans has also increased.
From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026
Mark Taylor, regional clinical director for elective care, said robotic surgery is "very innovative".
From BBC • May 19, 2026
At the same time, I know this is an elective procedure and not medically essential.
From MarketWatch • May 11, 2026
Given its high exposure to the middle-income segment, its Thai patient flows could soften under a weaker economic backdrop as these patients may seek cheaper alternatives or delay elective procedures.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 18, 2026
“Uh-huh,” I said, though I had no idea what an elective was.
From "Wonder" by R. J. Palacio
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