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Autograft

Definition:

An autograft is a surgical procedure where tissue is transplanted from one part of the body to another in the same individual.

Parts of Speech:

Noun

Senses:

1. Surgical Procedure: In this context, autograft refers to the surgical technique of transferring tissue from one area of the body to another within the same person for reconstruction or repair purposes.

2. Transplanted Tissue: Autograft also refers to the tissue that is extracted and transplanted from one part of the body to another within the same individual.

Usages:

Popular Usage:

- "The patient underwent an autograft procedure to repair the damaged tissue in their knee."

- "Autografts are commonly used in plastic surgery to enhance facial features."

Local Usage:

- "The surgeon recommended an autograft to repair the torn ligament using tissue from the patient's own body."

- "Autografts have become the preferred choice in our local hospital for reconstructive surgeries."

Sample Sentences:

1. After the severe burn injury, the surgeon performed an autograft by transplanting healthy skin from the patient's thigh to the affected area.

2. The autograft procedure involving bone transplantation significantly improved the patient's mobility and relieved their joint pain.

3. Due to the complexity of the case, the surgeon decided to use autografts harvested from various areas of the patient's body to reconstruct the damaged facial tissue.

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