Lace
Lace (medical)
Lace (pronounced: /leɪs/) is a term used in the medical field, particularly in relation to surgical procedures and medical equipment.
Etymology
The term "lace" originates from the Old French las, which means "snare, noose". This is in reference to the intricate patterns found in lacework, which can be likened to the complex nature of certain medical procedures and equipment.
Definition
In a medical context, lace refers to a type of suture material used in surgical procedures. It is a thin, flexible thread or cord that is used to close wounds or surgical incisions. Lace sutures are typically made from synthetic materials and are designed to be absorbable, meaning they will dissolve over time and do not need to be removed.
Related Terms
- Suture: A stitch or row of stitches sewn to hold together the edges of a wound or surgical incision.
- Absorbable suture: A type of suture that is designed to dissolve over time and does not need to be removed.
- Non-absorbable suture: A type of suture that does not dissolve and must be removed after the wound has healed.
- Surgical procedure: An operation performed in order to repair damage or arrest disease in a living body.
- Medical equipment: Devices used to diagnose, monitor or treat medical conditions.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Lace
- Wikipedia's article - Lace
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