Cautery — synonyms, definition

1. cautery (Noun)

3 synonyms
cauterant cauterisation cauterization
2 definitions

cautery (Noun) — An instrument or substance used to destroy tissue for medical reasons (eg removal of a wart) by burning it with a hot iron or an electric current or a caustic or by freezing it.

cautery (Noun) — The act of coagulating blood and destroying tissue with a hot iron or caustic agent or by freezing.

7 types of
instrument op operation surgery surgical operation surgical procedure surgical process
3 types
cryocautery searing iron thermocautery