Analytical, Diagnostic and Therapeutic Techniques, and Equipment

Leeching

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.

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Abstract

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.

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Synonyms

1 entry terms
  • Leech Therapy

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Aspects Covered

14 allowable subheadings

Indexed with the subheadings adverse effects, classification, economics, ethics, history, instrumentation, methods, mortality, nursing, psychology, standards, statistics & numerical data, trends, veterinary.

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History Note

2002

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Previous Indexing

  • Bloodletting (1965-2001)
  • Leeches (1965-2001)

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  1. E02w.596

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WB 381

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References

  1. National Library of Medicine. Leeching. Medical Subject Headings (MeSH). 2026. Unique ID D024763. http://id.nlm.nih.gov/mesh/2026/D024763
  2. Leeching. In: Wikidata. https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q886533