Operative site

What does "Operative site" 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

An operative site in medicine refers to the specific area on a patient's body where a surgical procedure is performed. It could be anywhere on the body, depending on the type of surgery being done. For example, if someone is having heart surgery, the operative site would be the chest area. It's the focus area for surgeons during the operation.

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