👉 In surgery, an incision is a surgical cut or cutaneous opening made through which an area of tissue is removed. It can be used as a temporary method to prevent infection and aid in healing. For example, in a medical procedure like a skin graft or a skin biopsy, the surgeon might make a small incision along one edge of the skin to remove a portion of the affected area. This cut is usually made under local anesthesia to minimize discomfort for the patient. In surgical practice, an