CAUTERY H.DUTY

Cautery is a medical technique used to burn or destroy tissue, often to stop bleeding or remove abnormal growths. There are different types of cautery devices, including:

1. Electrocautery: Uses electric current to generate heat and cauterize tissue. It’s commonly used in surgeries to control bleeding and cut tissue.
2. Chemical Cautery: Uses chemicals like silver nitrate to burn and destroy tissue. It’s often used for minor procedures like removing warts.
3. Thermal Cautery: Uses direct heat from a heated instrument to cauterize tissue. This method has been used since ancient times.