Outline incision

What does "Outline incision" 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 "outline incision" in medicine refers to a cut made by a surgeon that traces the shape or boundary of an area that needs to be operated on or removed. This could be a tumor, a damaged organ, or any other part of the body that requires surgical intervention. The incision is made in such a way that it outlines the area of interest, hence the term "outline incision". This technique helps surgeons to accurately target the area they need to work on while minimizing damage to surrounding healthy tissues.

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