Ligating: meaning, definitions and examples

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ligating

 

[ หˆlaษชษกeษชtษชล‹ ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

medical procedure

Ligating refers to the process of tying off blood vessels or ducts to restrict blood flow or sap flow in a surgical context. This technique is often employed in various surgical procedures to control bleeding or to prevent the flow of fluids. By securing these vessels, surgeons can minimize risks, manage hemorrhaging, and ensure a safer surgical outcome. Ligating can also be used in the context of anatomical studies where specific structures need to be isolated. The procedure is an essential skill for medical professionals, especially in operative surgery.

Synonyms

clamping, securing, tying

Examples of usage

  • The surgeon is ligating the blood vessels to prevent excessive bleeding.
  • Ligating the fallopian tubes is a method of female sterilization.
  • During the procedure, the doctor carefully ligated the arteries.
  • After ligating the main duct, they proceeded with the operation.

Translations

Translations of the word "ligating" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น ligando

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฌเคพเคเคงเคจเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช binden

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ mengikat

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะปั–ะณัƒะฒะฐะฝะฝั

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ wiฤ…zanie

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ็ต็ดฎใ™ใ‚‹

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท ligature

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ ligadura

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท baฤŸlama

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ฌถ๋Š” ๊ฒƒ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฑุจุท

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ligace

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ ligรกcia

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ็ป“ๆ‰Ž

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ vezanje

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ binda

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฑะฐะนะปะฐัƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ‘แƒ›แƒฃแƒšแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ baฤŸlama

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ ligadura

Etymology

The term 'ligate' originates from the Latin word 'ligare', which means 'to bind' or 'to tie'. The medical usage of the term started to be adopted in the early 19th century as surgical techniques evolved. It became essential in surgery as practitioners learned the importance of controlling bleeding and managing anatomical structures effectively. Over time, ligation became a standard part of surgical training and practice, reflecting advancements in medicine and the increasing complexity of surgical procedures. The adoption of the term in various surgical disciplines showcases its versatility and importance in contemporary medicine.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #35,593, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.