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cauterization /cau·ter·iza·tion/ (kaw″ter-ĭ-za´shun) destruction of tissue with a cautery. cauterization [kô′tərīzā′shən] Etymology: Gk, kauterion, branding iron the process of burning a part of the body by cautery. cauterization destruction of tissue with a cautery. cauterization Diathermy, electrodiathermy The use of heat to destroy tissues or close minute bleeding vessels Methods Thermal, electrical, cryocauterization, laser, chemicals How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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