Sharp End
Sharp End
Sharp End (/ʃɑːrp ɛnd/), is a term often used in the medical field, particularly in surgery and other invasive procedures. It refers to the end of a surgical instrument that is sharp or pointed, used for cutting or piercing.
Etymology
The term "Sharp End" is derived from the literal meaning of the word "sharp", which refers to an edge or point that is able to cut or pierce something, and "end", which refers to the terminal part of something. In the context of medical instruments, the "sharp end" is the part of the instrument that performs the cutting or piercing action.
Related Terms
- Scalpel: A small and extremely sharp bladed instrument used for surgery, anatomical dissection, and various arts and crafts.
- Lancet: A small, broad two-edged surgical knife or blade with a sharp point.
- Trocar: A medical instrument with a sharply pointed end, often three-sided, used inside a cannula to introduce this into blood vessels or body cavities.
- Suture Needle: A needle used in surgery to hold the suture material while sewing tissue together.
- Cannula: A tube that can be inserted into the body, often for the delivery or removal of fluid or for the gathering of data.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Sharp End
- Wikipedia's article - Sharp End
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