Mosquito

What does "Mosquito" 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

In the context of medicine, a "mosquito" refers to a type of small, thin surgical instrument. This tool is often used to clamp small blood vessels to stop bleeding during surgeries. It's called a "mosquito" because of its small size and the way it pinches or "bites" onto the vessels, similar to how a mosquito bites to draw blood.

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