Probe
Probe (medicine)
A probe in the field of medicine is a device, often elongated and flexible, which is used for exploration into a wound or body cavity. The probe is used to investigate the depth and direction of the wound or cavity, to locate foreign bodies, or to explore sinus tracts.
Types of Probes[edit | edit source]
There are several types of probes used in the medical field, each with its own specific use.
- Surgical Probe: This is a blunt-ended instrument used for exploring a wound or the body during surgery.
- Endoscope: This is a long, flexible tube with a light and camera attached to it. It is used to look inside the body in a procedure called an endoscopy.
- Catheter: This is a thin tube made from medical grade materials that can be inserted in the body to treat diseases or perform a surgical procedure.
Uses of Probes[edit | edit source]
Probes are used in a variety of medical procedures, including:
- Surgery: Probes are often used during surgery to explore wounds or body cavities.
- Diagnosis: Probes such as endoscopes can be used to help diagnose conditions by allowing doctors to see inside the body.
- Treatment: Probes such as catheters can be used to deliver treatment directly to a specific area of the body.
Risks and Complications[edit | edit source]
As with any medical procedure, there are potential risks and complications associated with the use of probes. These can include infection, damage to tissues or organs, and allergic reactions to the materials used in the probe.
See Also[edit | edit source]
| Probe Resources | |
|---|---|
|
 |
Search WikiMD
Ad.Tired of being Overweight? Try W8MD's physician weight loss program.
Semaglutide (Ozempic / Wegovy and Tirzepatide (Mounjaro / Zepbound) available.
Advertise on WikiMD
|
WikiMD's Wellness Encyclopedia |
| Let Food Be Thy Medicine Medicine Thy Food - Hippocrates |
Translate this page: - East Asian
中文,
日本,
한국어,
South Asian
हिन्दी,
தமிழ்,
తెలుగు,
Urdu,
ಕನ್ನಡ,
Southeast Asian
Indonesian,
Vietnamese,
Thai,
မြန်မာဘာသာ,
বাংলা
European
español,
Deutsch,
français,
Greek,
português do Brasil,
polski,
română,
русский,
Nederlands,
norsk,
svenska,
suomi,
Italian
Middle Eastern & African
عربى,
Turkish,
Persian,
Hebrew,
Afrikaans,
isiZulu,
Kiswahili,
Other
Bulgarian,
Hungarian,
Czech,
Swedish,
മലയാളം,
मराठी,
ਪੰਜਾਬੀ,
ગુજરાતી,
Portuguese,
Ukrainian
Medical Disclaimer: WikiMD is not a substitute for professional medical advice. The information on WikiMD is provided as an information resource only, may be incorrect, outdated or misleading, and is not to be used or relied on for any diagnostic or treatment purposes. Please consult your health care provider before making any healthcare decisions or for guidance about a specific medical condition. WikiMD expressly disclaims responsibility, and shall have no liability, for any damages, loss, injury, or liability whatsoever suffered as a result of your reliance on the information contained in this site. By visiting this site you agree to the foregoing terms and conditions, which may from time to time be changed or supplemented by WikiMD. If you do not agree to the foregoing terms and conditions, you should not enter or use this site. See full disclaimer.
Credits:Most images are courtesy of Wikimedia commons, and templates Wikipedia, licensed under CC BY SA or similar.
Contributors: Prab R. Tumpati, MD
