Bite margin

What does "Bite margin" 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

"Bite margin" is a term used in medicine, particularly in surgery. It refers to the edge or border of a wound or cut that a surgeon makes during an operation. The surgeon ensures that this edge is clean and healthy to promote better healing after the surgery. The term can also be used to describe the edge of a tissue sample taken for testing or examination.

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