Vocabulary Entry

cauterization

|noun • verb

noun

The process of destroying tissue with the use of heat or a chemical agent.

Example Sentences

"Cauterization is often used in surgery to stop bleeding."

"After the cauterization procedure, the patient experienced minimal discomfort."

"The doctor explained that cauterization could help prevent infection."

verb

Example Sentences

"The surgeon will cauterize the wound to reduce the risk of blood loss."

"She decided to cauterize the skin lesion to promote healing."

"They used a heated instrument to cauterize the tissue effectively."