Fractional

Fractional is a term used in various fields of science and mathematics to denote a part of a whole. In the context of medicine, it is often used to describe procedures or treatments that target a fraction of a tissue or organ, such as Fractional laser resurfacing or Fractional flow reserve.

Fractional in Medicine

In the field of medicine, the term "fractional" is often used to describe treatments that target a fraction of a tissue or organ. This is often done to minimize damage to healthy tissue and maximize the effectiveness of the treatment.

Fractional Laser Resurfacing

Fractional laser resurfacing is a type of skin treatment that uses a laser to remove layers of skin. The laser is used in a fractional manner, meaning that only a fraction of the skin is treated at a time. This allows for faster healing and less downtime for the patient.

Fractional Flow Reserve

Fractional flow reserve (FFR) is a technique used in coronary catheterization to measure pressure differences across a coronary artery stenosis (narrowing) to determine the likelihood of stenosis impeding oxygen delivery to the heart muscle.

See Also

• Fraction (mathematics)
• Fraction (chemistry)
• Fractional distillation
• Fractional reserve banking

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