Removed
Removed
Removed (pronunciation: /rɪˈmuːvd/) is a term commonly used in the medical field to describe the action of taking away or eliminating something, often referring to a part of the body, such as a tumor or an organ.
Etymology
The term "removed" originates from the Latin word "removere", which means "to move back or away". In the medical context, it has been used since the 16th century to describe the action of taking something away from the body.
Related Terms
- Excision: This is a surgical procedure that involves the removal of a body part or tissue. It is often used interchangeably with "removed", although excision specifically refers to the act of cutting out, while removal can be done through other means as well.
- Resection: This is another term for the surgical removal of a part of the body. It is often used in the context of cancer treatment, where a tumor might be resected, or removed, to prevent the spread of the disease.
- Ablation: This refers to the removal of a body tissue, usually done through surgery. It is often used in the context of treatment for conditions like cancer or heart disease.
- Debridement: This is the medical removal of dead, damaged, or infected tissue to improve the healing potential of the remaining healthy tissue.
- Amputation: This is the removal of a body extremity by trauma or surgery. As a surgical measure, it is used to control pain or a disease process in the affected limb.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Removed
- Wikipedia's article - Removed
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