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curettage

[ kyoor-i-tahzh, kyoo-ret-ij ]

noun

, Surgery.
  1. the process of curetting.


curettage

/ kjʊəˈrɛtɪdʒ; kjʊəˈrɛtmənt; ˌkjʊərɪˈtɑːʒ /

noun

  1. the process of using a curette See also D and C
“Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged” 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012


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Word History and Origins

Origin of curettage1

1895–1900; < French, equivalent to curette curette + -age -age
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Example Sentences

In most cases of subinvolution a curettage, at least, will have to be done.

Locally, curettage and the application of suitable antiseptics are indicated.

The other method consists in prompt establishment of drainage by surgical means and includes exploration and curettage.

Success largely depends on the care with which this curettage is carried out.

Surgical interference is frequently called for, generally in the form of curettage or the application of caustics.

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