Surgical Procedures (Chapter 4) Flashcards
1
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Blepharoplasty
A
Cosmetic eyelift. Tissue around eye is removed to reduce puffiness and eyebags.
2
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Cauterization
A
Cutting of tissue using heat, electricity, or chemicals.
3
Q
Cryosurgery
A
Freezing off tissue to remove, for example, a wart.
4
Q
Dermabrasion
A
Using abrasive chemicals on skin to remove layers of epidermis. Reduces scars.
5
Q
Incision & Drainage
A
Abscess treatment.
6
Q
Liposuction
A
Cosmetic. Sucks out fat; causes bruising.
7
Q
Mohs Surgery
A
Surgical procedure to remove skin cancer. Shaves off layers of skin on the area of skin cancer to remove it. Each piece is tested to confirm all cancerous cells were removed.
