Kocher clamp

What does "Kocher clamp" 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 Kocher clamp is a type of tool used by doctors during surgery. It's a long instrument with a handle at one end and small, tooth-like parts at the other end. The clamp is used to hold onto tissues or organs without causing damage, so the surgeon can work on them more easily. It's named after Emil Theodor Kocher, a Swiss surgeon who won the Nobel Prize in Medicine.

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