Second surgery

What does "Second surgery" 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

"Second surgery" refers to an additional operation that a patient undergoes after the first one. This can be planned ahead of time, for example, if the first surgery was part of a multi-step procedure. Alternatively, it could be unexpected, such as when complications arise from the initial surgery or if the first surgery did not achieve its intended result. The second surgery could be to correct, complete, or enhance the results of the first one.

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