23-French scope

What does "23-French scope" 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

A "23-French scope" is a term used in medicine to describe the size of a medical instrument called a scope, which is used to look inside the body. The number "23" refers to the diameter of the scope. The term "French" is a unit of measurement used in medicine, where one French unit equals one-third of a millimeter. Therefore, a 23-French scope would be approximately 7.7 millimeters in diameter.

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