noun
- The branch of medicine and biology that studies the fetus, its development, diseases, and treatment.
Usage: Also spelled 'foetology' in British English.; Medical/scientific field.
Examples
- Advances in fetology have improved our understanding of fetal development.
- The obstetrician specializes in fetology and high-risk pregnancies.
- Fetology combines ultrasound imaging with genetic testing to monitor fetal health.
- Modern fetology allows doctors to diagnose and treat certain conditions before birth.