Como Pronunciar "seton"

word

ˈsitən

SEE-tuhn

ˈsiːtən

SEE-tuhn

Definição

A seton is a piece of medical thread or material placed under the skin, usually to help a wound or fistula drain and heal, especially in surgical treatments.

Transcrição IPA

Inglês Americano

ˈsitən

Inglês Britânico

ˈsiːtən

Pronúncia Simplificada

EUA

SEE-tuhn

Ouça em Contexto

The doctor placed a seton to help the wound heal.

A seton is often used to treat anal fistulas.

The nurse cleaned the area around the seton daily.

After the surgery, I was surprised to learn I would need a seton for a few months.