curettage

[ kyoor-i-tahzh, kyoo-ret-ij ]

Phonetic (Standard)IPA

noun

, Surgery.

curettage

/ kjʊəˈrɛtɪdʒ; kjʊəˈrɛtmənt; ˌkjʊərɪˈtɑːʒ /

1895–1900; < French, equivalent to curette curette + -age -age

In most cases of subinvolution a curettage, at least, will have to be done.

Locally, curettage and the application of suitable antiseptics are indicated.

The other method consists in prompt establishment of drainage by surgical means and includes exploration and curettage.

Success largely depends on the care with which this curettage is carried out.

Surgical interference is frequently called for, generally in the form of curettage or the application of caustics.

April 23, 2024inveterate

[in-vet-er-it ]

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