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Surgery
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chirurgie
the branch of medicine that involves the surgical treatment of disease or injury
What is "surgery"?
Surgery is a medical specialty that involves performing procedures to treat injuries, diseases, or other conditions through hands-on or tool-assisted methods. Surgeons, trained specialists in this field, use various methods to repair, remove, or change tissues and organs in the body to improve health and well-being. Surgery involves different medical fields, from general surgery to specialized surgery. It plays a vital role in diagnosing, treating, and preventing a large number of medical conditions, aiming to ease symptoms and restore function to affected areas of the body.
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chirurgie
a medical practice that involves cutting open a body part in order to repair, remove, etc. an organ
Voorbeeld
She underwent surgery to repair a torn ligament in her knee.
The doctor recommended surgery to remove the tumor and improve the patient’s health.
They scheduled the surgery for next week, following all necessary pre-operative tests.
The surgery was performed successfully, and the patient is expected to make a full recovery.
After the surgery, the patient received instructions on how to care for the surgical wound.
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chirurgie
a doctor's office or clinic where patients can receive medical treatment or advice
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chirurgie
a room where a doctor or dentist can be consulted
Voorbeeld
Surgery increases the risk of a pulmonary embolism.
An underlying heart condition can complicate surgery.
The military surgeon removed shrapnel fragments from the injured soldier's leg during surgery.
The patch shielded the eye after surgery.
The surgery addressed a multiple laceration of the liver.
