
A second opening made at the dependent part of an abscess or other cavity containing fluid, which is not draining satisfactorily through an opening previously made. ... Synonym: contra-aperture, counterpuncture. ... (05 Mar 2000) ...
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(koun″tәr-o´pәn-ing) contra-aperture.
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Type: Term Pronunciation: kown′ter-ō′pen-ing Definitions: 1. A second opening made at the dependent part of an abscess or other cavity containing fluid, which is not draining satisfactorily through a previous opening. Synonyms: contraaperture, counterpuncture
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