ablaatsiooni

Ablaatsiooni is a medical term referring to the removal or destruction of tissue. This can be achieved through various methods, including heat, cold, or chemicals. In medicine, ablation is often used to treat abnormal or diseased tissue without causing significant damage to surrounding healthy areas.

One common application of ablation is in the treatment of cardiac arrhythmias. In this procedure, a catheter is guided to the heart, and targeted energy is used to destroy small areas of heart tissue that are causing irregular heartbeats. Another use is in the treatment of tumors, particularly in the liver, kidneys, or lungs. Techniques like radiofrequency ablation or cryoablation can be employed to destroy cancerous cells.

Ablation can also be used for cosmetic purposes, such as the removal of skin lesions or unwanted hair. Laser ablation is a frequent choice for these procedures, utilizing focused light energy to precisely remove superficial layers of skin or target hair follicles. The specific method and goal of ablation depend entirely on the medical or cosmetic condition being addressed. The principle remains consistent: selective destruction of unwanted tissue.