Remove
Remove (ri-moov)
Remove (pronounced: /rɪˈmuːv/) is a term commonly used in the medical field to denote the act of taking something away or off, particularly in the context of surgical procedures or treatments. The term is derived from the Latin word "removere", which means "to move back or away".
Etymology
The term "remove" originates from the Middle English word "removen", which is derived from the Latin "removere". The prefix "re-" means "back" or "away", and "movere" means "to move". Thus, in a medical context, "remove" typically refers to the act of taking something away or off, such as removing a bandage, a cast, or a tumor.
Related Terms
- Excision: This is a surgical procedure that involves the removal of a body part or tissue. It is often used in the context of cancer treatment, where a tumor may be excised, or removed, from the body.
- Resection: This is another term for surgical removal, often used when referring to the removal of a section of an organ or other body part.
- Debridement: This is a medical procedure that involves the removal of damaged tissue or foreign objects from a wound.
- Extraction: This term is often used in dentistry to refer to the removal of a tooth.
- Amputation: This is the removal of a body extremity by trauma or surgery.
- Biopsy: This is a procedure that involves the removal of a small sample of tissue for examination to determine the presence or extent of a disease.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Remove
- Wikipedia's article - Remove
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