Concept information
Preferred term
Leeching
Type
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mesh:Descriptor
Definition
- The application of LEECHES to the body to draw blood for therapeutic purposes. Such medicinal leeching, an ancient medical practice, is still being used in microsurgery and the treatment of venous congestion or occlusion.
Broader concept
Entry terms
- Leech Therapy
Allowable Qualifier(s)
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In other languages
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French
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Thérapie par les sangsues
URI
http://data.loterre.fr/ark:/67375/JVR-RJTJJ0SR-V
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