2 and 3 mm Kerrison

What does "2 and 3 mm Kerrison" mean in a report or doctor's letter? In our medical dictionary, you will find a patient-friendly explanation of the meaning of this medical term.

Explanation

"2 and 3 mm Kerrison" refers to a specific type of medical tool called a Kerrison Rongeur. This tool is used by surgeons, particularly in neurosurgery, to remove small pieces of bone. The numbers 2 and 3 mm indicate the size of the tool's tip, which determines the amount of bone that can be removed at one time. The smaller the number, the smaller the piece of bone that can be removed.

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