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    Glossary Surgery

    medical procedure involving incisions to treat injuries or diseases

    Surgery is a medical procedure that involves the manual and instrumental treatment of injuries, diseases, or deformities by making incisions or manipulations in the body. It can range from minor procedures, like removing a mole, to major operations, such as organ transplants, and is performed by specialized medical professionals known as surgeons.

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