elective

cirugía electiva

Surgery that is scheduled in advance because it does not involve a medical emergency.

Cirugía que se programa con antelación porque no implica una emergencia médica.

An optional course of study that a student can choose.

cargo electivo

A public position for which the holder is chosen in an election.

Un cargo público para el cual el titular es elegido en una elección.

An abortion that is chosen by the woman for non-medical reasons.