Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
percutaneous
Adjective
/ˌpɜːrkjʊˈteɪniəs/
Definition
Relating to a medical procedure that is performed through the skin.
Examples
- The doctor performed a percutaneous injection to deliver medication directly into the joint.
- Percutaneous coronary intervention is a common procedure for treating narrowed coronary arteries.
- Many percutaneous procedures are less invasive than traditional surgery.
Meaning
This term is often used to describe techniques that allow access to an organ or body part by passing through the skin, rather than making large incisions.
Synonyms
- Minimally invasive
- Transcutaneous
- Skin-penetrating
