Cirsectomies

/sɝːˈsɛktəmiz/ noun

Definition

Plural of cirsectomy; multiple surgical procedures involving the removal or ligation of varicose veins.

Etymology

Plural of cirsectomy, from Latin cirsus/cirsos (varicose vein) + -ectomy (surgical removal). Medical terminology for procedures treating vein disorders.

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Varicose vein surgery dates back to ancient Rome, but modern cirsectomies using endoscopic techniques have reduced recovery time from weeks to days!

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