Antisepsis
Antisepsis
Antisepsis (pronounced: an-ti-sep-sis) is a medical practice that involves the application of antiseptics to prevent the growth and proliferation of microorganisms, such as bacteria, viruses, and fungi, on living tissues like skin, wounds, and mucous membranes.
Etymology
The term "antisepsis" is derived from the Greek words "anti", meaning against, and "sepsis", meaning decay. It was first used in the 19th century to describe the then-new practice of using antiseptics to combat infection.
Related Terms
- Antiseptic: A substance that inhibits the growth and development of microorganisms.
- Asepsis: A state of being free from disease-causing contaminants such as bacteria, viruses, and fungi.
- Disinfection: The process of eliminating or reducing harmful microorganisms from inanimate objects and surfaces.
- Sterilization: The process of eliminating all forms of life, including infectious agents, from a specific environment or surface.
- Infection: The invasion and multiplication of microorganisms such as bacteria, viruses, and parasites that are not normally present within the body.
- Sepsis: A life-threatening condition that arises when the body's response to infection causes injury to its own tissues and organs.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Antisepsis
- Wikipedia's article - Antisepsis
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