Ber·nays sponge

(bār-nāz'),

a compressed disc of aseptic cotton that swells when moistened; used in packing cavities.

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Ber·nays sponge

(bĕr-nāz' spŭnj)

A compressed disc of aseptic cotton that swells when moistened; used in packing cavities.

Medical Dictionary for the Health Professions and Nursing © Farlex 2012

Bernays,

Augustus C., U.S. surgeon, 1854-1907.

Bernays sponge - a compressed disk of aseptic cotton used in packing cavities.

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