Type of surgery

What does "Type of 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

"Type of surgery" refers to the specific kind of operation a doctor performs on a patient. This could be anything from removing an appendix to replacing a hip. The type of surgery depends on the part of the body being treated and the medical problem that needs to be fixed. It also determines the techniques and tools the doctor will use during the operation.

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