Graftotomy

What does "Graftotomy" 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

Graftotomy is a medical term that refers to a surgical procedure involving a graft, which is a piece of tissue or organ transplanted from one part of the body to another, or from one person to another. The term "otomy" means to cut into or make an incision. So, graftotomy involves making an incision into a graft. This procedure is typically done to repair or improve the function of the transplanted tissue or organ.

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