Which term means removal by cutting?

• A. Excision
• B. Debridement
• C. Amputation
• D. Resection

Answer: (A)

Excision is the term for removal by cutting. It describes cutting out and removing tissue, such as a mole or lesion, with the intention of taking out a defined portion. Debridement focuses on cleaning away dead or diseased tissue and debris to aid healing, not just removing tissue by a straightforward cut. Amputation involves removing an entire limb or appendage. Resection means removing a part of an organ or structure, typically a specific section rather than a general removal of tissue. So, when the goal is removal by cutting in a general sense, excision is the most direct term.