Removal of foreign body

What does "Removal of foreign body" 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

"Removal of foreign body" in medicine refers to the process of taking out something that doesn't naturally belong in the body. This could be an object that has been swallowed, inhaled, or inserted into the body, or something that has entered the body through an injury, like a splinter or a piece of glass. The removal process can vary depending on where the object is located and how deeply it's embedded. It's a common procedure that doctors or nurses perform to prevent infection or damage to the body's tissues.

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