cauterant

1. An instrument or substance used to destroy tissue for medical reasons (eg removal of a wart) by burning it with a hot iron or an electric current or a caustic or by freezing it (synset 102990502)
   is a type of: instrument - a device that requires skill for proper use
   subtypes:

   • cryocautery - an instrument for destroying tissue by freezing it
   • searing iron - a hot iron used to destroy tissue
   same as: cautery

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