Skurðkerfið
Skurðkerfið, often translated as the "cutting system" or "incision system," refers to the method or tools used for making incisions, particularly in surgical contexts. It encompasses not only the instruments themselves but also the techniques and principles guiding their application. The primary goal of a skurðkerfið is to create clean, precise, and controlled cuts in biological tissues to allow for access, manipulation, or removal of specific structures during medical procedures.
Historically, sharp instruments like scalpels made of obsidian or metal have been the mainstay of skurðkerfið.
The selection and use of the appropriate skurðkerfið are critical aspects of surgical planning and execution.