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cryosurgery
[ krahy-oh-sur-juh-ree ]
noun
- the use of extreme cold to destroy tissue for therapeutic purposes.
cryosurgery
/ ˌkraɪəʊˈsɜːdʒərɪ /
noun
- surgery involving the local destruction of tissues by quick freezing for therapeutic benefit
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Other Words From
- cryo·surgi·cal adjective
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Word History and Origins
Origin of cryosurgery1
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Example Sentences
On the day a reporter observed him, Mr. Fitzmaurice moved quickly through the visits, many of which entailed procedures like biopsies and cryosurgery.
From New York Times
McNulty underwent cryosurgery, a procedure that freezes the retina back to the eye.
From Washington Times
The 85-year-old New Yorker had cryosurgery and continues to follow Dr. Katz’s recommendations, so far with no evidence of cancer recurrence or spread.
From New York Times
Other basic treatment options include cryosurgery, or using liquid nitrogen to "freeze" the skin off, a simple surgical excision, laser treatments, and alternately scraping and burning the tumor.
From Seattle Times
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