Evisceration
Evisceration
Evisceration (/ɪˌvɪsəˈreɪʃən/) is a medical term that refers to the removal of the internal organs, especially those in the abdominal cavity. The term is derived from the Latin eviscerare, which means "to disembowel".
Etymology
The term "evisceration" comes from the Latin eviscerare, which is a combination of ex- (out) and viscera (internal organs). It was first used in English in the 15th century.
Procedure
Evisceration is a surgical procedure that is often performed in emergency situations, such as severe trauma, or as part of a planned surgery to treat certain diseases or conditions. The procedure involves making an incision in the body and carefully removing the internal organs. This can be done for a variety of reasons, including to treat disease, to prevent the spread of infection, or to prepare the body for autopsy.
Related Terms
- Dissection: The process of cutting apart or separating tissues for study.
- Embolization: A procedure that blocks blood flow to certain areas of the body.
- Enucleation: The removal of the eye leaving the eye muscles and remaining orbital contents intact.
- Exenteration: The removal of the entire contents of a body cavity.
- Laparotomy: A surgical procedure involving a large incision through the abdominal wall to gain access into the abdominal cavity.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Evisceration
- Wikipedia's article - Evisceration
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