Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
surgical-incision
noun
/ˈsɜːdʒɪkəl ɪnˈsɪʒ.ən/
Definition
A surgical incision is a cut made in the skin and other tissues during a surgical procedure.
Examples
- The surgeon made a surgical incision to remove the tumor.
- After the surgical incision, the medical team carefully monitored the patient’s recovery.
- He explained that a smaller surgical incision could lead to faster healing.
Meaning
It refers to the deliberate opening created by a surgeon to access internal organs or tissues for treatment or investigation.
Synonyms
- cut
- opening
- slit
- wound
