1. Plural of curettage; surgical procedures in which a curette (a spoon-shaped instrument) is used to scrape away tissue from a body surface or cavity.
Usage: Medical/surgical term; Often used in gynecology and dentistry

Examples

• The dentist performed several curettages to remove tartar buildup below the gum line.
• Multiple curettages were necessary to treat the patient's periodontal disease.
• The surgeon scheduled curettages as part of the wound care protocol.
• Curettages are commonly used in gynecological procedures to obtain tissue samples.
• The medical team documented all curettages performed during the surgical intervention.