Incision
Incision
Incision (/ɪnˈsɪʒən/; from Latin incisio, from incidere meaning "to cut into") is a cut made by a sharp instrument such as a scalpel in the skin or other tissues of the body during surgery.
Etymology
The term "incision" comes from the Latin incidere, which means "to cut into". It is derived from in- ("into") and -cidere ("to cut").
Description
An incision is typically made to allow access to the internal body structures during a surgical procedure. The size, depth, and location of the incision can vary greatly depending on the type of surgery being performed. Incisions can be straight, curved, or irregularly shaped. They are usually closed with sutures, staples, or adhesive.
Related Terms
- Laceration: A type of wound that is often confused with an incision. However, a laceration is a tear in the skin or other tissue, usually caused by trauma, not a surgical cut.
- Excision: This is the removal of an organ, tissue, or other body part by cutting it out. It is different from an incision, which is simply a cut made to access the body part.
- Incision and Drainage: A minor surgical procedure that involves making an incision to drain pus or fluid from a wound or abscess.
- Surgical Staple: A specialized kind of staple used in surgery to close skin wounds, connect or remove parts of the bowels or lungs.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Incision
- Wikipedia's article - Incision
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