Chad
Chad (medical term)
Chad (/tʃæd/), in the context of medical terminology, refers to a small piece of waste material removed from a larger piece, often in the context of medical procedures or tests. The term is derived from the Old English word ceadda, meaning waste or rubbish.
Pronunciation
The term is pronounced as /tʃæd/.
Etymology
The term Chad is believed to have originated from the Old English word ceadda, which translates to waste or rubbish. It was later adopted into medical terminology to describe small pieces of waste material.
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.
- Debridement: The medical removal of dead, damaged, or infected tissue to improve the healing potential of the remaining healthy tissue.
- Excision: The act of cutting out or removing a part of the body, often referring to a surgical procedure.
- Resection: A surgical procedure that involves the removal of part or all of an organ or tissue.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Chad
- Wikipedia's article - Chad
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