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Procedures & Tests Beginning With W
2 procedures and tests in this guide begin with the letter W. Every name links to a plain-language page covering what the procedure is, how to prepare, what happens during it, and what recovery involves.
A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P R S T U V W X
| Procedure / test | Category | What it is |
|---|---|---|
| Wart and verruca treatment (cryotherapy / curettage) | Minor Procedures & Pain | Warts (including verrucae on the soles) are treated with cryotherapy (liquid nitrogen freezing), curettage (scraping), acids, or minor excision. Freezing is the most common clinic treatment and works by destroying the wart tissue so the body can clear the virus. |
| Wound debridement | Minor Procedures & Pain | Wound debridement removes dead or infected tissue (slough, necrosis) and biofilm from a wound so healthy healing can proceed. Methods include sharp debridement (scissors/scalpel by a trained clinician), autolytic dressings, larval (maggot) therapy, enzymatic agents and mechanical pads. |
Please note: This page is educational information about a medical procedure or test. It does not replace the instructions of your own care team, who know your situation and whose preparation, fasting and medication advice you should follow if it differs from anything here. If you have symptoms that worry you, or an appointment you do not understand, contact your clinical team.