What is another word for seton wound?
Pronunciation: [sˈɛtən wˈuːnd] (IPA) 
A seton wound, also known as a seton placement, refers to a medical procedure where a small thread-like material is inserted into a fistula or abscess to promote drainage. Synonyms for seton wound include seton placement, setoning, and seton therapy. These terms all pertain to the same process of inserting a seton into a wound to aid in healing. Seton wounds are primarily used in cases of recurring abscesses or fistulas that need continuous drainage to prevent further infection. The use of a seton in such wounds serves to maintain an open channel for pus or fluid to drain out, thereby facilitating the healing process.
