Concept information
Preferred term
cryosurgery
Definition
- Cryosurgery is a therapeutic technique that involves the localized application of extreme cold to destroy abnormal or diseased tissue. Its name derives from the Greek word cryo, meaning “icy cold.” The main diseases and disorders that are treated by cryosurgery are often connected with skin. [Source: Encyclopedia of Global Health; Cryosurgery]
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URI
https://concepts.sagepub.com/social-science/concept/cryosurgery
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