Preferred Label : Cauterization;
NCIt synonyms : cautery; Cauterize;
NCIt definition : To destroy tissue using a hot or cold instrument, an electrical current, or a chemical
that burns or dissolves the tissue. This process may be used to kill certain types
of small tumors or to seal off blood vessels to stop bleeding.;
Codes from synonyms : CDR0000269457;
Origin ID : C15199;
UMLS CUI : C0007471;
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