Gamgee Tissue
Gamgee Tissue
Gamgee Tissue (pronunciation: /'gæm.dʒi 'tɪʃ.u:/) is a type of absorbent cotton wool sandwiched between gauze, commonly used in medical dressing and surgical procedures.
Etymology
The term "Gamgee Tissue" is named after its inventor, Samuel Gamgee, a British surgeon who introduced this medical product in 1880. The word "tissue" in this context is derived from the Latin word "texere", meaning "to weave", referring to the woven gauze that encases the cotton wool.
Usage
Gamgee Tissue is primarily used for wound dressing due to its high absorbency and cushioning effect. It is also used in surgical procedures as a protective layer to prevent wound contamination and to provide insulation.
Related Terms
- Wound Dressing: A sterile pad or compress applied to a wound to promote healing and protect the wound from further harm.
- Surgical Procedures: Operations performed in the treatment of disease or injury.
- Absorbency: The ability of a material to soak up a liquid.
- Cotton Wool: Soft, fluffy staple fiber that grows in a boll, or protective case, around the seeds of the cotton plants.
- Gauze: A thin, translucent fabric with a loose open weave, used in medical dressing and surgery.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Gamgee Tissue
- Wikipedia's article - Gamgee Tissue
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