Gauze sponge
Gauze Sponge
Gauze Sponge (pronunciation: /ɡɔːz spʌndʒ/) is a type of medical dressing used in various medical procedures.
Etymology
The term "gauze" is derived from the name of the city Gaza, where the fabric was originally made. The term "sponge" is used in the medical context to refer to a tool that absorbs fluids.
Definition
A Gauze Sponge is a piece of gauze fabric, typically square or rectangular, used in medical procedures for wound dressing, absorption of fluids, and debridement. It is often made of cotton and is available in various sizes and plys.
Usage
Gauze Sponges are used in a variety of medical procedures. They are commonly used in surgery to absorb blood and other fluids, to clean wounds, and to dress surgical sites. They are also used in first aid for minor wound care.
Related Terms
- Medical Dressing: A sterile pad or compress applied to a wound to promote healing and protect the wound from further harm.
- Surgery: A medical specialty that uses operative manual and instrumental techniques on a patient to investigate or treat a pathological condition such as a disease or injury.
- First Aid: The immediate assistance given to any person suffering a sudden illness or injury.
- Debridement: The medical removal of dead, damaged, or infected tissue to improve the healing potential of the remaining healthy tissue.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Gauze sponge
- Wikipedia's article - Gauze sponge
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