Intraoperative is a term that describes a surgical procedure while it is happening. Synonyms for intraoperative include perioperative, which refers to the period before, during, and after a surgical procedure. Other synonyms include intraoperative care, surgical care, and intraoperative management. Intraoperative procedures include various surgical techniques, such as minimally invasive procedures, laparoscopy, and robot-assisted surgery. These alternatives to traditional surgery can help reduce patient pain, scarring, and shorten the overall recovery time. Synonyms for intraoperative are often used interchangeably with surgical, perioperative, and operation terms, however, each term may refer to a specific part of the procedure.