Adhesion barrier
Adhesion Barrier
Adhesion Barrier (pronunciation: ad-hee-zhun bar-ee-er) is a medical device used to minimize adhesion formation after surgery.
Etymology
The term "Adhesion Barrier" is derived from the English words "adhesion" and "barrier". "Adhesion" comes from the Latin word "adhaesio" meaning "sticking to" and "barrier" from the Old French "barriere" meaning "obstacle or gate".
Definition
An Adhesion Barrier is a physical device or agent applied during surgery to prevent the formation of adhesions. Adhesions are bands of scar tissue that can form between abdominal tissues and organs, often as a result of surgery.
Types
There are several types of Adhesion Barriers, including film, gel, and liquid forms. Some commonly used Adhesion Barriers are:
Usage
Adhesion Barriers are used in a variety of surgical procedures, including gynecological surgery, abdominal surgery, spine surgery, and hand surgery. They are applied after the surgical procedure to separate the tissues and prevent them from sticking together as they heal.
Related Terms
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Adhesion barrier
- Wikipedia's article - Adhesion barrier
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