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incision

[in-sizh-uhn] / ɪnˈsɪʒ ən /


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An interventional radiology team begins by making a small incision in the crease of the leg.

From Science Daily ● Sep. 22, 2026

Maisie was left with a scar, twice the size of a C-section incision.

From BBC ● Aug. 3, 2026

During the procedure, an interventional radiology team makes a small incision near the crease of the leg.

From Science Daily ● Jun. 23, 2026

The NanoNeedle Scope 2.0, developed by medical device company Arthrex, is only 1.9 mm—less than a tenth of an inch—resulting in a smaller incision, less tissue damage and faster healing.

From The Wall Street Journal ● May 26, 2026

In spite of this, Tree-ear found that he had enjoyed the incision work.

From "A Single Shard" by Linda Sue Park

Before, Ahmad could tap — meaning to cut incisions in the acacia trees, which exude sap that a few weeks later hardens into nodules of Hashab gum — four orchards in one go.

From Los Angeles Times ● May 31, 2026

More surgical options have emerged too, such as smaller incisions in the chest, or a robotic surgery that involves a smaller incision on a person’s side near the armpit.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 24, 2026

Currently there is no regulation over who can provide procedures which do not involve incisions.

From BBC ● Feb. 23, 2026

They differed from common trays due to their internal surface, marked with rough impressions or incisions arranged repetitively and regularly.

From Science Daily ● Nov. 25, 2024

The medicine was rubbed into small incisions made on each knuckle, usually by a magic razor.

From "The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind" by William Kamkwamba


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