Curettage

What does "Curettage" 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

Curettage is a medical procedure often used by doctors to remove tissue from a part of the body. The process involves using a spoon-shaped instrument called a curette. It's commonly used to scrape away abnormal tissues, such as tumors, from the skin or inside the body. It can also be used to collect tissue samples for further testing.

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