Source:http://linkedlifedata.com/resource/umls/id/C0007471
MSH: The application of a caustic substance, a hot instrument, an electric current, or other agent to control bleeding while removing or destroying tissue.,NCI: To destroy tissue using a hot or cold instrument, an electrical current, or a chemical that burns or dissolves the tissue. This process may be used to kill certain types of small tumors or to seal off blood vessels to stop bleeding.