Punch
Punch (medical)
Punch (/pʌntʃ/), in the medical context, refers to a specific type of instrument used in various medical procedures. The term is derived from the English word 'punch', which means to make a hole or indentation with a pointed tool or by applying pressure.
Usage
In medicine, a punch is often used in procedures such as biopsies, where a small piece of tissue is removed for examination. The punch tool allows for a precise and clean cut, minimizing damage to surrounding tissues. It is also used in dermatology for procedures such as punch excision and punch grafting.
Types
There are several types of punch tools used in medicine, including the dermal punch, biopsy punch, and corneal punch. Each type is designed for specific applications and tissue types.
Related Terms
- Biopsy: A medical test involving the extraction of sample cells or tissues for examination to determine the presence or extent of a disease.
- Dermatology: The branch of medicine dealing with the skin and its diseases.
- Punch Excision: A dermatological procedure where a punch tool is used to remove skin lesions.
- Punch Grafting: A type of skin grafting where a punch tool is used to harvest and transplant skin grafts.
Etymology
The term 'punch' in the medical context has the same origin as the general English term, which comes from the Old French 'ponchonner' meaning 'to prick or pierce'. The medical usage of the term began in the 19th century with the development of the biopsy punch.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Punch
- Wikipedia's article - Punch
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