lavage
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A technique devised by Dr. Love, known as ductal lavage, can screen patients for an elevated risk of breast cancer.
From New York Times ● Jul. 3, 2023
He also underwent an arthroscopic lavage on his right knee to remove loose bodies.
From Washington Times ● May 5, 2016
He opted instead for a second lavage at the Cleveland Clinic in May 2005.
From Slate ● Jun. 30, 2015
Veteran forward Al Harrington had a diagnostic arthroscopy and lavage procedure on Monday night in Vail, Colo., to clean out loose particles in his right knee.
From Washington Post ● Dec. 10, 2013
Where a physician is in attendance, the first of these uses is nearly always replaced by lavage of the stomach, whereby any subsequent depression is avoided.
From Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 9, Slice 3 "Electrostatics" to "Engis" by Various
