Surgical lubricant
Surgical Lubricant
Surgical lubricant (pronunciation: /ˈsɜːrdʒɪkəl ˈluːbrɪkənt/) is a type of medical lubricant specifically designed for use in surgery and other medical procedures.
Etymology
The term "surgical lubricant" is derived from the combination of "surgical", pertaining to or connected with surgery, and "lubricant", a substance used for reducing friction.
Usage
Surgical lubricants are used to reduce friction between medical instruments and body tissues during surgical procedures. They are also used to ease the insertion of medical devices such as catheters, endoscopes, and speculums.
Types
There are several types of surgical lubricants, including water-based, silicone-based, and oil-based lubricants. Water-based lubricants, such as K-Y Jelly, are often used because they are easy to clean up and less likely to interfere with the function of medical instruments. Silicone-based lubricants, such as Surgilube, are longer-lasting and more slippery, but can be harder to clean up. Oil-based lubricants are less commonly used in surgery due to their potential to interfere with the function of medical instruments.
Related Terms
- Medical Lubricant: A broad category of lubricants used in various medical procedures.
- Surgery: The branch of medicine that involves the treatment of injuries or disorders of the body by incision or manipulation.
- Catheter: A tube that can be inserted into a body cavity, duct, or vessel.
- Endoscope: An instrument used to examine the interior of a hollow organ or cavity.
- Speculum: A medical tool for investigating body orifices.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Surgical lubricant
- Wikipedia's article - Surgical lubricant
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