1. plural of preop; patients who are preparing for or awaiting surgery
Usage: informal; medical
2. plural of preop; the preoperative period or procedures before surgery
Usage: informal; medical

Examples

• The preops were checked by the anesthesiologist before being taken to the operating room.
• All preops must complete blood work and sign consent forms.
• The nurse reviewed the preops chart to confirm the patient's medical history.
• We have five preops scheduled for this morning's surgery block.
• The preops area was busy with patients preparing for their procedures.