What is Cauterization?
Category: Procedures
Most popular types: Cauterization of renal artery
Cauterization is a procedure done to seal off an area or wound by use of an electric cautery or chemicals.
| Purpose | Patients | Evaluations | Perceived Effectiveness |
|---|---|---|---|
| Breathing difficulty | 1 | 0 | |
| Dry eyes | 1 | 0 | |
| Endometriosis | 1 | 0 | |
| Heartburn | 1 | 2 | |
| Pain | 1 | 0 | |
| Skin tags (acrochordon) | 1 | 0 |
- Major
- Moderate
- Slight
- None
- Can't tell
Side effects
Side effects as an overall problem
| Severity | Evaluations | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Severe | 0 | |
| Moderate | 1 | |
| Mild | 1 | |
| None | 0 |
Commonly reported side effects and conditions associated with Cauterization
| Side effect | Patients | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Stomach pain | 1 |
| Cost per month | Evaluations | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| $200+ | 0 | |
| $100-199 | 0 | |
| $50-99 | 0 | |
| $25-49 | 0 | |
| < $25 | 2 | |
| Not specified | 0 |
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