Description

A torpedo is a type of medical mesh used in surgical procedures, particularly in hernia repairs. It is designed to provide support and facilitate healing in the affected area.

Interpreter Notes

Interpreters should be aware that the term 'torpedo' may also refer to other contexts outside of surgery, so clarity is essential. It is important to use the term consistently in clinical settings to avoid confusion with colloquial uses. Avoid mixing this term with other types of surgical meshes that may have different applications.

Example Sentences

EN: The surgeon used a torpedo to reinforce the abdominal wall during the hernia repair.

ES: El cirujano utilizó un torpedo para reforzar la pared abdominal durante la reparación de la hernia.

Common Interpreter Mistakes

Confusing 'torpedo' with similar-sounding terms; misinterpreting the context of use; mixing up with other surgical mesh types.